Franco-German Engine Failure: Why Europe Is Far From Ready to Disengage From US Security – Euro Prospects

Ever since the end of the Second World War, Franco-German relations have been anchored in a joint commitment to European integration, with this process being secured by the North Atlantic Alliance and the United States of America. However, despite the longstanding partnership between France, Germany, and the US, the dilemma regarding Europe’s strategic orientation continues to be a pivotal issue underpinning this triangular relationship.