Six Decades Later, France's Suspicions About U.S. Reliability Have Been Vindicated
Many European officials were taken aback after the February 2025 Oval Office meeting between American President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, wondering why an American president would seemingly side with Russia over Ukraine. However, France foresaw this situation six decades ago and has used this uncertainty to position itself as the leader of a strategically independent Europe. Nevertheless, the challenge for France is to reconcile its desire for a global France with that of a global Europe.
Can the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie Be Less France-Centric?
The Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (OIF) is one of many examples of former colonial powers continuing to exert influence over their former colonies. However, for the OIF to remain relevant in 2024, it must become less France-centric.
Berlin, Paris, and the Prospects for Reforming the EU
As the EU works towards reform and enlargement, Berlin and Paris will need to work to overcome their bilateral differences.
UK and France Agree to Increase Joint Immigration Enforcement Efforts
The recent UK-France migration enforcement deal continues the pattern of EU countries prioritizing border control and security over migrant rights and protection.
Does Greece’s Financial Troubles Mean Death to the Euro?
By James MazolWeb EditorFebruary 28, 2010
Why Russia Wants to Buy Mistral Class Warships
By Tigran MikaelianContributorFebruary 28, 2010