US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is attending the Munich Security Conference, emphasizing a 'new era' in geopolitics amidst global tensions, including the war in Ukraine and US-China relations. European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, are advocating for greater independence from the US. The conference will address European defense and the transatlantic relationship, which has been strained by recent US policies and threats regarding Greenland. Rubio aims for a more conciliatory tone compared to last year's abrasive approach by Vice-President JD Vance. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)