The new German Chancellor Friedrich Merz embarked on his first official foreign trip to Paris and Warsaw, facing challenges due to a domestic crisis following a difficult confirmation process. Merz aims to prioritize defense and strengthen Franco-German relations, while also recognizing Poland's importance in European cooperation. Experts express cautious optimism about potential collaboration, but emphasize the need for concrete agreements and a shift from traditional alliances. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)