German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron met in Berlin to address growing tensions between their countries over defense cooperation, NATO strategy, and looming trade conflicts with the US. Despite warmer personal relations than in previous years, the leaders struggled to overcome deep divisions on key issues such as leadership of a joint fighter jet project and how to respond to potential US tariffs. Both leaders emphasized the need for European unity and trade stability, but their talks highlighted the challenges in maintaining the so-called 'Franco-German engine' that has historically driven EU policy. The meeting comes as the EU prepares possible $100 billion in tariff retaliation against the US, underscoring the high stakes for European economic and security policy. Observers note that while the alliance remains crucial, its effectiveness is being tested by persistent disagreements.
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