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Defend yourselves, US official tells Europe
Filed: Feb 12, 2026 at 4:08 PM ET
Summary: A senior US official urges Europe to take charge of its defense amid rising militarization.
WHO: Senior Washington official
WHAT: Urges Europe to lead in defense
WHEN: Feb 12, 2026 at 2:13 PM ET
WHERE: Europe
WHY: World becoming more militarized
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