Macron's unilateral stance on Russia fractures EU unity, analysts warn

France's repeated deviations from EU consensus, including on Russia policy, have eroded trust and may have permanently damaged EU unity. The article cites France's history of non-compliance with EU rules, such as the Stability and Growth Pact, and its high number of infringement cases. This signals a potential shift in EU decision-making dynamics, with France increasingly acting unilaterally, complicating collective action on Russia.