EU ambassadors will again try to approve the extension of the duty-free trade agreement with Ukraine with a compromise proposal to increase restrictions on imports of Ukrainian agricultural products to balance support for Ukraine and protection of EU farmers.
Brazil and France have announced a €1 billion investment plan over the next four years to protect the Amazon rainforest, promote the bioeconomy, create a carbon market, and support indigenous communities.
French President Emmanuel Macron intends to persuade Brazilian President Lula da Silva to take a stand on Russia's invasion of Ukraine during his three-day visit to Brazil.
The French Minister of the Armed Forces is ready to use his legal powers to speed up the production of weapons and ammunition needed by Ukraine, including requisitioning industrial facilities or identifying priority weapons manufacturers.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba warned that the day may come when EU leaders will be forced to send Western combat troops to Ukraine, as Putin will not stop if Ukraine loses the war.
Macron said that it would be "cynical and counterproductive" for Russia to try to blame Ukraine for the Crocus City Hall attack.
ISIS has claimed responsibility for the shooting in Russia. An affiliate of the terrorist group has recently made several attempted attacks in France. This forced Paris to raise the terrorist threat level to the maximum.
Swedish Foreign Minister Tobias Bylstrom warned of a "prolonged" conflict with Russia, calling on the EU to provide long-term military and financial support to Ukraine.
A photographer for French President Emmanuel Macron posted black-and-white photos on social media of him fiercely boxing with a punching bag, earning him the nickname "Rocky.
Former President Trump said he would negotiate a deal with Russia to prevent further invasion of Ukraine, claiming, that Putin would not have dared attack if Trump were president, while criticising NATO allies for not paying their fair share.
France will offer Russia a ceasefire in Ukraine during the Olympic Games, and the participation of Russian athletes will be closely monitored.
Macron said that he and Chancellor Scholz will coordinate initiatives on Ukraine, emphasizing Germany's significant commitment to arms production and military equipment maintenance, as well as the importance of Germany's role in the long-range weapons coalition.
France is ready to respond to any possible Russian aggression, but will not initiate any aggression itself, as the Kremlin regime has gone off the rails, French President Emmanuel Macron said.
Macron said that Ukraine should have a clear timetable for military assistance, and France should provide additional guarantees, as Europe must prepare for a potential war in order to achieve peace if Russia succeeds in Ukraine.
French President Emmanuel Macron said he would respond to Putin's call and listen to his proposals, while supporting Ukraine's defense capabilities and promoting de-escalation to achieve a lasting peace.
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani warned that the deployment of NATO troops in Ukraine would increase the risk of World War III, ruling out the possibility of sending Italian troops to help Kyiv against a Russian invasion.
Finland's foreign minister said that Western countries should not rule out sending troops to Ukraine in the long term, but Finland is not sending troops and does not want to discuss it.
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani warns against the deployment of NATO troops in Ukraine, saying it threatens to spark World War III, while supporting the provision of military, economic and technical assistance to help Ukraine defend itself.
The leaders of Germany, France and Poland met in Berlin, expressing joint support for Ukraine, pledging to increase arms and financial aid, and reaffirming that Europe's security is at stake in Ukraine, marking "a new and good beginning for the Weimar Triangle. "
European Council President Charles Michel arrives in Berlin to meet with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on the sidelines of the Weimar Triangle leaders' meeting to discuss further support and assistance to Ukraine.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz greeted French President Emmanuel Macron in Berlin, briefly posing for photos and making no statements.
German MPs call on Chancellor Scholz to resolve differences with French President Macron and strengthen Franco-German relations "given the difficult security situation.
On the eve of the meeting of the leaders of the Weimar Triangle, Donald Tusk called for more ammunition for Ukraine, not just lip service.
Latvian Prime Minister Ewika Silina supports the deployment of NATO troops to Ukraine to train the Ukrainian Armed Forces, provided that a consensus is reached among alliance partners.
French President Emmanuel Macron declared France's readiness to confront Russia if it continues to escalate the situation, ensuring that Russia will never win by supporting Ukraine's sovereignty and internationally recognized borders.
Macron said that Europe should prepare for war if it wants peace, as a Russian victory in Ukraine would reduce Europe's credibility to zero, and the war could spread across Europe, which would put Russia in charge.
French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized France's commitment to peace, while recognizing the need for determination and courage to prevent Russia from winning the war in Ukraine, as its victory would undermine European security and confidence.
President Zelenskyy coordinated with German Chancellor Scholz ahead of a meeting of the Weimar Triangle leaders on Friday to discuss aid to Ukraine.
French President Emmanuel Macron has awarded billionaire Bernard Arnault, the world's richest man and CEO of LVMH, with France's highest honor, the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honor. The ceremony was attended by world celebrities, including Beyoncé, Jay-Z and Elon Musk.
The leaders of France, Germany, and Poland will meet in Berlin on March 15 to discuss providing more support to Ukraine in its war against Russian aggression.
