Germany toned down its rhetoric towards Paris on Wednesday, calling for a 'basis for compromise' after sharp criticism of French defense spending, while also expressing doubts about its participation in a joint project to produce a fighter jet. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadefohl stated: 'It is vital for the future of the European Union that France and Germany continue to support each other and seek a basis for compromise, despite differing views at times.' He added that the two countries must 'move forward bravely on this basis, especially by supporting Ukraine and thus defending our common freedom.' These comments came two days after Wadefohl criticized French policy.
