French President Emmanuel Macron told a European leaders’ gathering Thursday that the continent must assert its security independence from the United States -- and defend its “interests” over those of geopolitical rivals.“We must not delegate forever our security to America,” Macron said, arguing that returning US leader Donald Trump would legitimately “defend the interests of the American people” and asking: “Are we ready to defend the interests of the European people?”For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.Speaking at the summit, Macron added that a Ukrainian win in its war against Russia is in Europe’s best interest.“Our interest is that Russia does not win,” Macron said.Read more:Ukraine peace talks with Russia ‘depend’ on US election: ZelenskyyRussia’s Shoigu says West should negotiate end to Ukraine war based on current realities