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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France, Poland to discuss deploying European troops to Ukraine, Polish media reports
French President Emmanuel Macron will meet Polish leadership to discuss an European peacekeeping mission for Ukraine.
Ukraine to receive batch of CAESAR year ahead of schedule
Advanced artillery systems with 42-kilometer range will bolster Ukrainian defense capabilities in 2025, instead of 2026 planned
Zelenskyy signals openness to foreign troops in Ukraine providing security for end to war
With a focus on peace and NATO membership, President Zelenskyy weighs the idea of foreign troops for security until the war is officially ended.
Russo-Ukrainian War, day 1017: Trump-Zelenskyy Paris meeting looms as Biden prepares final aid package for Ukraine
Meanwhile, Estonia's Frankenburg Technologies prepares to revolutionize Ukraine's drone defense with cost-effective missiles.
Zelenskyy allegedly set for Paris meeting with Trump at Notre Dame ceremony
With global leaders converging in Paris, Zelenskyy's attendance at the Notre Dame ceremony opens possibilities for meetings with French President Macron and US elect-president Trump
Five French MPs urge defense minister to send instructors to Ukraine
The parliamentarians from different political groups propose a European coalition to send military instructors to Ukraine for troop training.
Le Monde: Secret discussions on sending troops to Ukraine resume in Europe
Currently, there is no official authorization to deploy regular troops or private military companies to Ukraine. However, proposals have been "on the table for several months."
Ukraine can use French SCALP missiles into Russia “in self-defense,” hints FM Barrot
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot signaled Paris's acceptance of Ukrainian strikes into Russia, while carefully avoiding confirmation of specific operations.
Macron backs US approval for strikes deep into Russia
French President Emmanuel Macron praised US President Joe Biden's decision to allow Ukraine to strike Russian territory using American long-range missiles, calling it a "good decision" amid escalating tensions fueled by Russia's deployment of North Korean troops.
French Foreign Ministry neither confirms nor denies Ukraine’s authorization to strike deep into Russia
The statement comes after the French media reported on 17 Nov. that France and Britain allowed Ukraine to strike deep inside Russia using their SCALP/Storm Shadow missiles.
UK, France permits Ukraine to use long-range missiles for strikes inside Russia, Le Figaro reports
France and Britain authorized Ukraine to conduct deep strikes into Russian territory using their SCALP/Storm Shadow missiles, Le…
France completes training of Ukraine’s newly-formed Anna of Kyiv Brigade
The Brigade completed training in France under EU military assistance, receiving cutting-edge weaponry including VAB APCs, CAESAR howitzers, and Milan anti-tank missiles.
Ukraine to receive six Mirage 2000-5F fighters from France by mid-2025
A French legislator disclosed this figure in his budget review.
France to send Ukraine new batch of SCALP and Mistral missiles
Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu authorized a new package of long-range and air defense missiles for Ukraine.
French president reaches out to Trump after US election victory
The Élysée Palace reports that Emmanuel Macron and Donald Trump agreed to continue dialogue on Ukraine and Middle East conflicts during their post-election conversation.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 981: Kyiv reveals only 10% of US aid reached Ukraine
Meanwhile, Ukrainian military intelligence said North Korean soldiers in Russian uniforms are preparing for frontline combat operations.
France to train and outfit another Ukrainian brigade with equipment, Zelenskyy says
Ukraine has secured an agreement with France for additional military aid, equipping a second brigade with French weapons.
Bloomberg: France and Germany skeptical of plan to override Hungary’s veto on Ukraine aid
The European standoff leaves more than €6 billion in military assistance hanging in the balance, as the Russo-Ukrainian War approaches its third year.
French retail giant Auchan negotiates final terms for Russia departure
French hypermarket chain Auchan has found local buyers for its Russian operations and entered final negotiations for market exit, per French media.