German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron are meeting in Berlin to address growing tensions between their countries, which are the driving force of the European Union.
Despite warmer personal relations than in previous administrations, the leaders are struggling to overcome deep divisions on key issues such as defense cooperation, leadership of joint fighter jet projects, and responses to US-EU trade disputes. The talks come at a critical time, with looming tariffs and global security challenges putting additional pressure on the Franco-German partnership. Their inability to find common ground threatens to weaken the EU's unity and effectiveness on the world stage.
Observers are watching closely to see if the 'Franco-German engine' can be restarted or if it will continue to sputter.
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