AP: Emmanuel Macron holds talks Xi Jinping amid spy, trade crises, and Russia’s war
Xi's visit to France signals an attempt to strengthen economic and political ties with the EU, with Xi pledging to suspend aid to Moscow.
Browsing Tag
Macron
122 posts
Xi Jinping begins first European tour in five years in France with Russia’s war, EU trade at top of his agenda
After a trip to France, Chinese President Xi Jinping will also visit Serbia and Hungary, the countries with close ties with Russia.
PM Shmyhal says he still can’t confirm that new US military aid has arrived in Ukraine
Ukraine’s PM Denys Shmyhal reports no confirmation of crucial US military aid arrival, necessary for enhancing defensive operations and countering Russian advances.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 802: Russia masses troops near Chasiv Yar; Poland, France advocate strategic ambiguity on deploying NATO troops to Ukraine
Russia has amassed up to 25,000 troops near Chasiv Yar; France's President and Polish FM advocate for strategic ambiguity regarding the possibility of Western military involvement in Ukraine.
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.
Zelenskyy dismisses “Olympic truce” idea, says conflicts with Russia cannot be frozen
Zelenskyy rejects French President Macron’s proposal for an Olympic truce in Ukraine, emphasizing Russia's repeated violations of past ceasefire agreements and the ineffectiveness of international negotiations, including the Normandy Format.
Finland doesn’t rule out sending troops to Ukraine in the future
Finnish Foreign Minister Valtonen supports Macron's strategy of keeping Russia uncertain about Western support for Ukraine, by suggesting troop deployment, while ruling out immediate action but keeping long-term options open.
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: believing Russia will stop at Donbas, Crimea is a mistake
French President Emmanuel Macron cautioned against underestimating Russia's intentions.
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…
France, Germany, and Poland pledge more weapons for Ukraine in show of unity
At the Weimar Triangle meeting in Berlin, the leaders of France, Germany, and Poland agreed to boost Ukraine's military support with more weapons, expanded equipment production, and a rocket artillery coalition.
Macron: peace in Europe requires preparation for war
In an interview, Macron also reiterated that the option of sending Western troops should remain open.
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.
Czech President: NATO support troops in Ukraine not against international rules
Czech President Petr Pavel indicates NATO troops can engage in support activities in Ukraine without breaching international regulations, following Macron's suggestion of deploying Western troops. Pavel emphasizes the distinction between combat and support roles, highlighting NATO's experience in training missions.
Ukraine support cannot have limits, Macron tells French party leaders
French president defends possibility of sending troops to Ukraine ahead of bilateral security agreement
Macron backs Czech plan to supply Ukraine with 800,000 artillery shells
Addressing the urgent need for ammunition in Ukraine, Macron endorses a Czech initiative to provide artillery shells to support Ukrainian forces.
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."
Canada open to sending non-combat troops to Ukraine as instructors; more countries support non-combat missions (updated)
While rejecting sending combat troops to Ukraine, Canada expresses openness to deploying limited military personnel for non-combat training of Ukrainian soldiers within Ukraine, away from front lines.
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.