German Chancellor: Rules-Based World Order “No Longer Exists”
The German Chancellor delivered a stark warning today. He told world leaders the rules-based order “no longer exists.” Friedrich Merz spoke at the annual Munich Security Conference. He stressed that “our freedom is not guaranteed.” Europe now lives in an era of big power politics. Therefore, Europeans must prepare to make “sacrifices.”
A Deep Transatlantic Divide
Merz also made a sobering admission. He said a “deep divide has opened between Europe and the United States.” This relationship has been a cornerstone of global stability for decades. The conference backdrop highlights these tensions. US President Donald Trump recently threatened Denmark’s sovereignty over Greenland. He pledged to annex the Arctic territory. In addition, he imposed new tariffs on European imports.
A New Reality for Europe
As a result, European leaders face a shifting landscape. The old certainties of alliance and protection are fading. This German chancellor’s world order warning signals a urgent call for European unity and strength. The world now watches to see how Europe responds to these unprecedented challenges. Security and sovereignty are no longer guaranteed.
