Emmanuel Macron
Finnish President Alexander Stubb called on European countries to focus on immediate assistance to Ukraine and training of their armed forces, rather than speculation about potential Russian aggression outside Ukraine.
70 kg of cannabis was found in the house of Jamila Habsawi, the mayor of the French city of Avallon, during a search conducted by gendarmes as part of an operation to combat drug trafficking.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Western troops would help train our soldiers in Ukraine faster and emphasized that Kyiv would never mind if someone wants to help.
Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonite said that Western military instructors could go to Ukraine to train Ukrainian soldiers if proper air defense is provided, and that experts could help with cybersecurity, demining, and border protection.
French President Emmanuel Macron "has no doubt" that Russia will target the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, recognizing the external risks to the security of the Games.
The French President condemns Russia's "baroque and threatening comments" after talks between the French and Russian defense ministers.
Finland does not plan to send troops to Ukraine, but supports Ukraine through military aid packages, including air defense systems and ammunition, and supports Ukraine's membership in the EU and NATO.
Macron urged Biden and Scholz to adopt a strategy of uncertainty about Russia in the war in Ukraine, but faced opposition from allies who fear escalation.
Russia will never capture Kyiv, as there is incredible resistance from Ukraine and support from the United States, France and other countries. This was stated by US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken in an interview with a French media holding.
Blinken and Macron reaffirmed their strong support for Ukraine's fight against Russian aggression during their meeting in Paris.
Putin can be invited to the G20 summit in Brazil in November only if all participating countries agree, French President Emmanuel Macron said.
President Zelenskyy met with a delegation of the French National Assembly led by Yael Bron-Pivet to discuss defense cooperation, the priority needs of Ukrainian soldiers, and France's proposals to expand support for Ukraine.
Macron and Lula celebrated the launching of the third submarine built in Brazil with French assistance, emphasizing their defense partnership, which includes plans to build another submarine.
The lower house of the French parliament has approved a bill proposed by President Emmanuel Macron aimed at combating foreign interference, which allows for a four-year trial period to use surveillance methods that are currently used exclusively against terrorism.
The President of the French National Assembly, Yaelle Bron-Pivet, arrived in Kyiv with a delegation to reaffirm her support for the Ukrainian people.
NATO should create more strategic difficulties for Russia to put an end to its irresponsible actions and aggression against Ukraine, Swedish Foreign Minister Tobias Bilstrom said.
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.