Europe
The folly of Macron-bashing
US China hawks can’t demand that Europe arm up for its own defense and remain a vassal to Washington.
April 12, 2023
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Africa
'Wakanda Forever' scene triggers French defense minister
Sebastien Lecornu took a swipe at the Black Panther film, but perhaps instead he could have learned something about France's colonial past.
February 17, 2023
Asia-Pacific
Can France take on China by itself?
Emmanuel Macron's recent visit to Washington highlights the French president's desire to take a more assertive role in the Indo-Pacific.
December 03, 2022
Europe
Beyond the cameras, Macron-Biden meeting tougher than it looks
While the French leader will no doubt be feted and flattered, differences on Ukraine and the European economic crisis loom.
December 01, 2022
Global Crises
France out of West Africa, supposedly ending 8-years of muddled military mission
Meanwhile as the Sahel slides further into chaos, Washington should resist pressure to take the Europeans' place.
November 16, 2022
Europe
Moscow’s ‘dirty bomb’ claims highlight risk of escalation
Russia and the West are finally talking, but perhaps not for the right reasons.
October 24, 2022
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