Historically, we've been enemies of France for decades. Suits me fine. They've been protected by the umbrella of NATO free, for many years now and want to 'rejoin'? No way. I've been on many exercises with the French Air Force and I've liked every man without exception. Very Professional. However, politically, when crunch time comes, if it's not good for France, they won't contribute - as always. Further to that, I've still not forgiven them for the continuing supply of Exocet's DURING the Falklands conflict.
On another note, I understand that the only 2 accepted languages for RT procedures are English & French?
How many Frenchmen does it take to defend Paris?
Don't know - it's never been tried.