While Britain’s special relationship with the United States remains the cornerstone of its defense strategy, U.S. President Donald Trump's isolationist bent and his erratic view of the alliance has forced the British to consider the possibility that Washington may not be there through thick and thin.

Brigitte Macron's recent UK visit saw her in a subdued mood. This was due to the death of her sister, Anne-Marie Trogneux. Despite her grief, she accompanied President Emmanuel Macron. Sources say the loss deeply affected Madame Macron.

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday Britain and France must work together to counter the world's many destabilising threats and protect Europe from "excessive dependencies" on the United States and China.

French president vows to tackle migration ‘challenge’ with UK as he arrives in London - Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron were greeted by the Prince and Princess of Wales at RAF Northolt

Brigitte Macron, the French first lady, has accompanied her husband Emmanuel Macron on a state visit to London, United Kingdom, and, as noted by many, was visibly detached and distressed, causing

Emmanuel Macron has warned there is a risk of French and British societies “growing apart”. In an address to members from both houses of Parliament during his state visit, the French president voiced concerns that the English Channel could “grow wider” after Brexit.

On the second day of his state visit to the United Kingdom, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday, July 9, that the two countries had a common interest in developing their artificial intelligence solutions and avoiding reliance on US and Chinese innovations.

The French president is the first European leader to have a state visit to the UK and address a joint sitting of the Houses of Parliament since Brexit