Europe is taking steps to boost its security without severing ties with the US. Macron criticizes Putin, calling him an imperialist seeking to rewrite history. Tensions rise over France's nuclear deterrent proposal for European countries. Lavrov dismisses Macron's accusations as 'madness and nonsense.'
Key Points
Europe's efforts to enhance security without alienating the US
Macron's criticism of Putin as an imperialist
Debate over extending France's nuclear deterrent to other European nations
Lavrov dismissing Macron's accusations as baseless
Pros
Europe is asserting its autonomy in security matters
Macron's strong stance against Putin's actions
Cons
Tensions between Russia and European countries are escalating