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 NATO security concerns adding pressure. Their inability to find common ground threatens the traditional Franco-German 'engine' that has historically propelled EU policy.
The outcome of their discussions could have significant implications for the future of European unity and transatlantic relations.
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