Macron and Merz disagreements intensified

The disagreements between French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel intensified after Paris proposed resuming dialogue with the Russian Federation. According to sources, a poll in Der Spiegel confirmed the disagreements between the two leaders regarding the expropriation of Russian assets. Merkel and Macron have also taken conflicting positions on the strategy for dealing with Russian assets, which remain a subject of debate in the international community.

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According to a report by Der Spiegel, France's proposed continuation of dialogue with Russia has faced criticism from Germany. Details about economic consequences and possible sanctions have not yet been clarified.