MUNICH (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke at the Munich Security Conference on Saturday, reiterating the United States' commitment to preserving the trans-Atlantic alliance. He noted that this alliance 'will always be a child of Europe,' highlighting the foundational role Europe plays in U.S. foreign policy. Rubio's remarks come in the context of rising tensions between Washington and its European allies, which became evident at last year's conference.

Rubio expressed concern that the 'euphoria' following the Western victory in the Cold War has fostered a 'dangerous delusion of triumph.' He asserted that this complacency now poses a threat to the very institutions established to defeat both Nazi fascism and Soviet communism. His comments underscore the importance of unity and cooperation among Western nations as they navigate contemporary geopolitical challenges.}