On February 14, 2025, the US vice president made his debut on the international political stage before the Western diplomatic and military elite, delivering a speech of unprecedented hostility toward European governments. This marked a decisive moment in the rift between Europe and the US.
Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
Time: 12:05 pm (Paris)
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