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flag EU foreign chief Kallas dismissed U.S. claims of European "erasure," stressing Europe’s resilience and pushing for greater defense autonomy amid transatlantic tensions.

flag At the Munich Security Conference, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas rejected U.S. claims that Europe is undergoing "civilizational erasure," calling the narrative unfounded and part of a broader pattern of "European-bashing." flag She emphasized Europe’s enduring appeal, citing global interest in EU membership and the bloc’s commitment to democracy, human rights, and press freedom. flag Kallas stressed the need for greater European strategic autonomy, particularly in defense, amid concerns over U.S. reliability under a potential second Trump administration. flag While acknowledging transatlantic differences on migration, trade, and security, she affirmed the alliance’s importance, urging cooperation based on shared values and burden-sharing. flag European leaders echoed calls for rearmament and stronger support for Ukraine, signaling a push for independence in foreign and defense policy.

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