The Munich Security Conference starts on Friday against the backdrop of tensions between the EU and the USA. What are the main topics addressed at the conference?

The Munich Security Conference (MSC) begins on Friday, bringing together policymakers in the field of transatlantic security, amid uncertainty regarding the United States' commitment to European defense under the Trump administration. American Secretary of State Marco Rubio will lead the U.S. delegation, emphasizing the importance of transatlantic relations, despite a "crisis of trust."

The conference will address topics such as European security, revitalizing multilateralism, and regional conflicts, taking place in a global context marked by instability. Leaders from around the world, including German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, will participate, and discussions will focus on Europe's ability to assert its military and political independence.