We open this week by diving into French foreign policy. France’s approach towards Ukraine stood out among Western allies. What lies ahead for Macron? Our fresh take on France’s policy options amidst a changing world order. While France is at a crossroad, Germany has already proclaimed a new foreign policy era. Three month after Chancellor Scholz’s historic U-turn, Berlin is still erring on the side of caution. The complexity and multifacetedness of the ‘Zeitenwende’ should not be overlooked - which precisely is why we decode it for you. Out of Europe and into India, where Modi is navigating a delicate balancing act between Russia and the West. We explore the underpinnings of New Delhi's stance in the Ukrainian crisis, paying particular attention to local dynamics affecting the Indian debate. Expanding on India, we focus on defense. Russia holds an important position in the Indian defense market but Moscow’s defense manufacturing sector is weakening. We lean into India’s subsequent arms-acquisition dilemma for the finale. That is it for this week, you are all caught up !