

Car attack rattles first day of the Munich Security Conference
Feb 14, 2025
Alexa Self, Monocle's foreign editor, delivers insightful on-the-ground reporting from the Munich Security Conference, while Latika Burke, a writer at large for the Nightly Australia, analyzes the geopolitical ramifications of recent events. They discuss a shocking car attack that cast a shadow over the conference, raising concerns about security commitments in Europe amid the Ukraine conflict. Their conversation delves into the evolving global landscape, including diplomacy between China and the UK, and the pressing need for strategic autonomy in Europe.
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Munich Attack
- The Munich Security Conference was overshadowed by a car ramming attack.
- A gloomy mood prevails, especially among Europeans.
Disunity at the Conference
- The Munich Security Conference usually fosters alliances, but Trump's call with Putin suggests disunity.
- J.D. Vance's presence further complicates this dynamic.
Germany's Crumbling Pillars
- Germany's prosperity relied on cheap imports, energy, and security, which have all vanished.
- This leaves Germany searching for alternatives, impacting the conference and upcoming elections.