5 takeaways from Munich Security Conference

Munich Security Conference: A Turning Point for the US and Europe
In an exclusive, off-the-record briefing for ASHK President’s Circle and Corporate members, Li Cheng will share his impressions from the Munich Security Conference, key takeaways, and his expectations for geopolitics in the coming year.
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At Munich Security Conference, Trump makes it clear: Europe and Ukraine are on their own.
Speaking at the annual gathering, Vice President JD Vance urged European leaders to wage culture wars but ignored Ukraine and downplayed threats from Russia and China.
Vance attack on Europe overshadows Ukraine talks at security conference
Canada has listed seven transnational criminal organizations as terrorist entities and announced a new partnership with banks to combat money laundering, the government said on Thursday.
Making Sense of the Munich Security Conference
My shorthand description of the annual Munich Security Conference (MSC) has long been: “It’s Davos for security wonks.” MSC’s focus is on global security challenges, bringing voices from across the planet to snowy Bavaria in mid-February. Yet these discussions build on a legacy foundation: the relationship between the United States and Europe.
Vance eviscerates 'Soviet'-style European censorship in address to Munich Security Conference
In a speech to European leaders, Vice President JD Vance said the continent's recent record of censorship was a bigger threat to its existence than Russian meddling.
Ep.101 Munich Security Conference 2025: Implications for Europe
Jane Kinninmont discusses J.D. Vance's controversial Munich speech and the implications for US-European relations and Ukraine's future in this week’s episode.
Conversations at the Munich Security Conference are wake-up call for Europe
President returns home from Munich Security Conference, AU Summit
President John Dramani Mahama on Monday afternoon returned home after attending the Munich Security Conference in Germany and the 38th African Union Heads of State and Government Summit in Addis Ababa,
Munich conference shows deepening divisions between US & Europe
Europe stands at a crossroad; the old world order is crumbling. Decisions made in the coming days may shape the continent's security for decades. There are two important meetings coming up. European leaders are gathering in Paris in less than two hours from now,
Munich Security Conference draws to a close, exposes tensions in Western world
The Munich Security Conference in Germany drew to a close, rocked by a series of US declarations causing discord among European politicians in attendance. The conference saw participation from US Vice President JD Vance,
Moulton recaps turbulent Munich Security Conference
Massachusetts Congressman Seth Moulton joins WBUR's Morning Edition to discuss his time at the Munich Security Conference.
Munich Security Conference Updates: Vance attacks allies on immigration and free speech, Zelenskiy calls for 'army of Europe'
"That is not appropriate, especially not among friends and allies," Olaf Scholz said.
Munich security conference 2025 LIVE: Vance attacks Europe over free speech and democracy before Zelensky meeting
Vance attacks Europe over free speech and democracy before Zelensky meeting - US Vice President gives shock speech to ...
Munich's Blind Spot—the Security Threats Europe Refuses To See | Opinion
The focus on Russia and Ukraine is historical myopia and may be as dangerous as the real threats which confront the daily ...
Tearful chair of Munich Security Conference expresses 'fear' in farewell address after blistering Vance speech
The outgoing chairman of the Munich Security Conference delivered an emotional speech that ended in tears after taking a swipe at Vice President JD Vance's blistering speech.
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Europe Panics as Trump Reshapes US Foreign Policy
Few officials in Europe, gathered in southern Germany for the Munich Security Conference this weekend, anticipated the words Vice President JD Vance had for those sat in his eyeline as he ...
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Vance Delivers Rebuke on Immigration, Alleged Censorship
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From 1938 to 2025: Europe haunted by ‘Munich spirit’ as US pushes Russia-Ukraine talks
European leaders are reeling after Trump’s decision to upend years of US policy by holding talks with Russian President ...
French foreign minister: Europe faces tough decisions to tackle threats and ensure its security
Europe will need to make tough choices and sacrifices in order to deal with the threats facing it and to ensure its security, ...