Reinforcing strategic stability in Europe: The role of the London-Berlin treaty - opinion
Europe is signaling its intent to reclaim its position as an independent global actor.
GERMAN CHANCELLOR Friedrich Merz and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer shake hands at a signing ceremony in London last week. For the first time since World War II, the two countries forged a direct bilateral defense pact, says the writer. (photo credit: FRANK AUGSTEIN/REUTERS)