Macron, Tusk to discuss Ukraine support ahead of Poland’s EU presidency
The French President and Polish Prime Minister will discuss the support amid a "new transatlantic context," with Trump set to assume the US presidency next month.
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Politico: Macron supports Estonia’s Kallas to succeed Borrell as top EU diplomat
Estonia's PM Kaja Kallas emerges as front-runner for EU's next chief diplomat role, with backing from France's Macron, Politico says.
France, US aim for G7 approval of $50 bn Solidarity Fund for Ukraine
France, US presidents hope all G7 members agree on $50 billion solidarity fund for Ukraine sourced from profits of frozen Russian assets worth around $280 billion.
France allocates EUR 200 million for Ukraine’s critical infrastructure
Ukraine and France sign a EUR 200 million agreement to restore and support Ukraine's critical infrastructure and priority sectors of the economy
Macron and Zelenskyy sign agreements, announce coalition for military instructors and provide details on Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets
The two presidents signed agreements on assistance and provided details on the transfer of French Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets, in addition to announcing a coalition of countries interested in sending military instructors to Ukraine.
Macron: France to provide Ukraine with Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets and train pilots
On Thursday 6 June, Emmanuel Macron announced the sale of Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets to Ukraine within the year. He added that Ukrainian pilots would be trained in France.
Five coffins discovered at Eiffel Tower marked “French soldiers from Ukraine”
Five coffins containing plaster were discovered on Saturday 1 June at the foot of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, with an investigation underway to determine “possible foreign interference”.
Chechen individual from Russia arrested for planning Olympics terrorist attack
An Islamist terrorist plot to attack Olympic football matches in Saint-Étienne has been foiled by French special services.
Reuters: France could announce sending military trainers to Ukraine next week
France could announce sending military trainers to Ukraine next week during Zelenskyy's visit, despite Russian threats, Reuters says.
Macron: France should maintain a stance capable of intervening if Russia-Ukraine war escalates
"I hope with all my might that we will not have to go to war. However, if we want peace, we must protect it," Macron said.
Macron advocates strategic ambiguity in French troop decisions for Ukraine
Macron advocates for strategic ambiguity about a possibility of French military involvement in Ukraine, emphasizing it as crucial for deterring Russian aggression and enhancing European security.
Macron’s conditions to deploy troops in Ukraine: Russia’s breakthrough and Ukraine’s request
Macron specifies the deployment conditions for French troops in Ukraine: responding to Russian military breakthroughs and acting on formal requests from the Ukrainian government.
Xi Jinping plans 5 day tour to European countries with economic opportunities
Xi Jinping's visit to France, Serbia and Hungary starting on 5 May aims to deepen economic ties with Europe and drive a wedge between the EU and the US.
Among French youth, half would be ready to fight in Ukraine to defend France
According to a survey conducted among French youth, one in two would be ready to join the French army and fight in Ukraine if it was necessary to defend France.
Idea of deploying troops to Ukraine caused a row between Macron and Scholz
As Emmanuel Macron first expressed his idea on the possibility of Western partners stationing their military in Ukraine, German chancellor Olaf Scholz was allegedly enraged at the idea, demanding that the conversation be halted.
Shoigu warns France against deploying troops to Ukraine in rare phone call
The Russian defense minister stated Macron's idea would "create problems for France" in his first such call in 20 months.
Bloomberg: Macron ‘riled’ Washington with statements about sending troops to Ukraine
US warned such move risks clash with Moscow. Officials say Macron's hints aimed to keep Putin pondering but it might have an oposite effect.
Macron says attack in Russia carried out by IS group, warns against accusations of Ukraine
The French president also cautioned Russia against any "exploitation" of the attack (on Ukraine), stating that it would be "cynical and counterproductive for Russia to try to turn this context against Ukraine."
Macron: believing Russia will stop at Donbas, Crimea is a mistake
French President Emmanuel Macron cautioned against underestimating Russia's intentions.
Macron: peace in Europe requires preparation for war
In an interview, Macron also reiterated that the option of sending Western troops should remain open.