MSC 2025: Scholz to speak after 'irritating' Vance diatribe DW 02/15/2025
Briefly

During the Munich Security Conference, US Vice President JD Vance claimed that free speech in Europe is declining and identified mass migration as the continent's urgent challenge. His comments drew ire from several European leaders, including German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Defense Minister, who condemned the remarks as frustrating and unacceptable. The conference continued with notable speeches, including those from Chancellor Scholz and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, and covered critical topics such as climate-induced migration and the geopolitical role of Europe.
US Vice President JD Vance made a controversial speech at the Munich Security Conference, asserting that free speech in Europe is 'in retreat', sparking significant backlash from European leaders.
Vance's remarks were sharply criticized by European politicians, including German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, who labeled them 'irritating', and the defense minister, who termed them 'unacceptable'.
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