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The Greek Current

Does Europe need to adjust to a weaker France?

It’s safe to say President Macron has shown he is one of Europe’s most important leaders, but domestic challenges seem to be undercutting him on the global stage. Steven Erlanger, the chief diplomatic correspondent for The New York Times covering Europe, joins Thanos Davelis as we look to answer what this means for Macron and France, but also for Europe, especially as the continent looks to meet challenges ranging from defense spending to Ukraine.

You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:

France’s Domestic Instability Has Weakened Its Diplomatic Clout

'Now the rebuilding begins,' says Trump as he signs Gaza peace plan

Mitsotakis meets Trump ahead of Gaza summit

Trump, Christodoulides discuss Cyprus issue at Gaza summit

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