International affairs

How the war in Ukraine is changing Europe – and France?

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Par Yves Bertoncini - 20 March 2023

How the war in Ukraine is changing Europe – and France?

Facing an new unexpected crisis with the russian agression against Ukraine, the European Union was able to stand united. But, as the conflict lasts, challenging questions are emerging about its neighbourhood policy, its Defense capacities and its diplomatic influence.

Interview 15 March 2023 - Par Fabian Zuleeg

The Franco-German Gap

Despite the celebration at the Sorbonne of the 60th anniversary of the Elysée Treaty on January 22, the Franco-German relationship seems to have stalled. On many issues, Paris and Berlin are struggling to reconcile their views: European defence, industrial policy, energy transition, transatlantic relations… How to understand the accumulation of misunderstandings?