Macron 'BREAKS RANKS' With Merz On Putin; Germany 'Takes Note' After Vowing To Make France Pay

Name: Macron 'BREAKS RANKS' With Merz On Putin; Germany 'Takes Note' After Vowing To Make France Pay
Uploaded: 29 Dec 2025, 06:00:00 AM
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Channel: TIMESOFINDIA.COM

1541 views | Dec 29, 2025, 06:00:00 AM | TOI.in

Europe’s fragile unity is showing visible cracks. A report by Die Welt reveals that German Chancellor Friedrich Merz was not informed about French President Emmanuel Macron’s proposal to re-engage Russian President Vladimir Putin. Berlin’s muted response — saying it merely “took note” — has fuelled speculation of a deepening Franco-German rift. Analysts warn that what was meant to be a strong Merz-Macron partnership to steady Europe may now be faltering, with disagreements becoming increasingly difficult to conceal. As war rages in Ukraine and diplomacy hangs in the balance, questions are growing about whether Europe’s two most powerful leaders are still aligned — or drifting dangerously apart.

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