FRANCE-GERMANY: MÉLENCHON QUESTIONS BERLIN’S PUSH FOR EUROPE’S STRONGEST ARMY
French political leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon has challenged Germany’s plans to build what could become Europe’s largest conventional military, questioning who Berlin intends to fight.
«“They want to build the largest conventional army in Europe. If I were president, I would tell them that I don’t think that’s a good idea. If they build the largest army, they’ll need to explain who they’re going to war with.”»
Mélenchon’s remarks come amid Germany’s drive to significantly expand its defense capabilities and strengthen Europe’s military posture.