France is our biggest ally, declares Obama:
Barack Obama has declared that France is Americas greatest ally, undermining Britains Special Relationship with the U.S.
The President risked offending British troops in Afghanistan by saying that French president Nicolas Sarkozy is a stronger friend than David Cameron.
The remarks, during a White House appearance with Mr Sarkozy, will reinforce the widely-held view in British diplomatic circles that Mr Obama has less interest in the Special Relationship than any other recent American leader.
Posted by: tipper 2011-01-11 |