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Western nations condemn Russian elections in occupied Ukraine as illegitimate
Western leaders reject Putin's election in occupied areas of Ukraine, Moldova, and Georgia as illegitimate, decrying the repression of opposition in Russia, lack of genuine competition.
Macron vows “concrete decisions” for future Ukraine visit, details his shift from dove to hawk on Russia
Macron plans to visit Ukraine with "concrete" proposals for greater support against Russian aggression, outlining upcoming military aid to bolster Ukraine's defenses, asserts that Russia must not win, is ready for possible escalation, and distinguishes between the Russian regime and its people.
Reuters: Russia will be asked for ceasefire during Olympics, Macron says
Russia will be asked to observe a ceasefire in Ukraine during the Paris Olympics, French President Emmanuel Macron…
French ex-National Rally leader Le Pen, once Putin’s ‘friend,’ condemns Russian invasion
Despite her party's long-standing ties to the Kremlin and her own reputation as "Putin's friend," Marine Le Pen criticized Russia's actions in Ukraine, calling it a "war at the gates of the EU."
Politico: Macron delays Ukraine visit, seeking “tangible results” from allied discussions first
"A bit of time is needed to [conclude] the different coalitions and their operational commitments with our partners," the French diplomat told Politico.
“We must speak Russia’s language of power balance”, says French FM
Séjourné stressed the importance of speaking to Moscow in its own terms, emphasizing the need for a strong stance against increasing Russian aggression.
French FM: “Ukraine didn’t ask us to send troops. We don’t exclude anything”
France's FM said Ukraine didn't "ask us to send troops" yet, but nothing can be excluded in the near future. Baltic foreign ministers praise France for "out-of-the-box" thinking.
Three French companies to set up production in Ukraine
According to French Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu, French companies will partner with Ukrainian companies to manufacture spare parts and possibly ammunition. The first production reportedly has to be set until summer 2024.
Moldova’s president signs defense agreement with France, warns of Russian threat
After signing a bilateral defense and cooperation agreement with France, Moldova's President Maia Sandu cautions that Russia will pose a threat to the rest of Europe if it prevails in Ukraine.
Ukraine support cannot have limits, Macron tells French party leaders
French president defends possibility of sending troops to Ukraine ahead of bilateral security agreement
France to expand Ukrainian military training with air and naval programs
In total, France has trained nearly 10,000 Ukrainian soldiers since the onset of the Russian full-scale invasion, with 8,800 trained in 2023 alone.
Macron says Ukraine’s allies must not be cowards, rise up to historic challenge
Macron urged Ukrainian allies not to be cowardly in supporting the country against Russian aggression, urging them to "rise to the occasion."
Macron: No French troops to be sent to Ukraine in “near future”
In response to international reactions, Macron clarified France's position on sending troops to Ukraine, stating that France is not "considering sending French troops to Ukraine in the near future."
“Old Guard” stands with Putin’s propaganda in France
High-profile former French presidents, prime ministers and intelligence chiefs vocally back Kremlin talking points on Ukraine.
Macron doesn’t rule out sending troops to Ukraine; Stoltenberg says NATO has no such plans (updated)
Macron suggests Western nations might send troops to Ukraine, saying France is "not against sending them"; Sweden, Poland, and the Czech Republic quickly dismiss the idea.
French Defense Minister: France to supply Ukraine with newest kamikaze drones in coming weeks
France will supply Ukraine with latest-model suicide drones in coming weeks, the French defense minister revealed, detailing feedback improving domestic arms programs.
Zelenskyy arrives in Paris to meet with French President Macron (updated)
Zelenskyy and Macron signed a bilateral agreement on security cooperation between Ukraine and France. Additionally, France will allocate €3 billion in military aid for Ukraine in 2024.
Germany and France team up to support Ukraine’s air defense
The defense ministers of Germany and France established a coalition that will help Ukraine improve its air defense capabilities, which are crucial for defending its territory and countering Russia’s aggression, which involves constant air strikes.
Media: French President Macron postpones 13-14 Feb Ukraine visit
There has been no official confirmation yet.
Ukrainian writer’s tale aims to “explain” the war to French audience
Artem Chapeye’s writing journey is intertwined with his military service, reflecting his dedication to both storytelling and defending his country’s sovereignty.