Zelensky calls to build ‘army of Europe’ to counter future Russian threats

At the Munich Security Conference, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged Europe to build a self-reliant, united military capability amid uncertainty over U.S. support, while U.S. Vice President JD Vance criticized European values. Zelensky emphasized the need for Europe to have a decisive role in its own security, citing extensive EU support for Ukraine and numerous bilateral security agreements, and called for Europe to ensure it has a seat at the table in any negotiations about its future.