Europe’s Anglo-German axis is an astonishing turn of events

Press quote (The Telegraph)
30 August 2024

“The French think we are too close to the Americans. They want to rule the roost in European defence industries, and they are taking a very hard line,” said Charles Grant, director of the Centre for European Reform.

...“Starmer hopes that when the time comes, Scholz won’t support the French plan,” said Mr Grant.