French and German leaders in talks to shore up alliance

French President Emmanuel Macron, right, is hosting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and his government in Paris (Christophe Ena/fil/AP)

France and Germany are seeking to overcome differences laid bare by Russia’s war in Ukraine and shore up their alliance with a day of ceremonies and talks on Europe’s security, energy and other challenges.

Germany’s entire cabinet is in Paris on Sunday for joint meetings, and 300 politicians from both countries are coming together at the Sorbonne University to mark 60 years since a landmark treaty sealed a bond between the long-time enemies that underpins today’s European Union.