INTERNATIONAL — February 14, 2026
German Chancellor Merz: World Has Entered New Phase of Open Wars and Conflicts
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned at the Munich Security Conference that the world has entered a new phase of open wars and conflicts, with the rules-based international order collapsing.
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned that the world has entered a new phase of open wars and conflicts, placing people on constant alert and bringing about deeper changes than previously anticipated.
Merz made the remarks on Friday, February 13, at the Munich Security Conference. He stated that the rules-based international order, despite its flaws, is collapsing, and countries must find new ways to ensure global security and stability.
The chancellor emphasized that the breakdown of this order has led to increased tensions and uncertainty in international relations, necessitating a fundamental review of diplomacy and global cooperation.
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