US wants a 'strong Europe': Rubio
Summary
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington wants strong European allies as he concluded a four-day trip to Europe. He also urged NATO members to boost defence spending and praised countries like Germany for stepping up.
Key Points
- Marco Rubio said the US wants strong allies in Europe and believes stronger individual NATO members make the alliance stronger overall.
- He spoke in Athens after talks with Greek officials on energy, defence and cultural issues, and announced a new information-sharing agreement on drug trafficking and terrorism.
- Rubio warned that Western civilisation is at a crossroads and urged Europe to shake off its long slumber.
- His trip also included stops in Iceland and comes amid reports of possible conflicts of interest involving US ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle.
