Macron Calls for Firm Security Commitments for Lasting Peace in Ukraine
PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the importance of strong security guarantees for any lasting peace in Ukraine, following the summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska.
Macron stated, “It is essential to continue supporting Ukraine and to maintain pressure on Russia as long as its war of aggression continues and until a solid and lasting peace, respectful of Ukraine’s rights, has been established.”
He also welcomed the U.S. administration’s apparent readiness to contribute to ensuring lasting peace in the region.
These comments from Macron came after Trump’s meeting with Putin and subsequent conversations with European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Trump, who initially called for a ceasefire, now supports a broader peace agreement, with Macron stating, “We will work on this with them and with all our partners in the Coalition of the Willing, to make concrete progress.”
Macron also highlighted the need to be cautious due to “Russia’s well-established tendency not to honor its own commitments,” and affirmed France’s commitment to working with the U.S. and Ukraine to protect their interests.
“France remains firmly at Ukraine’s side,” Macron concluded.
Trump and Putin described their talks as productive, expressing optimism about the progress made. Trump indicated that most issues had been resolved, leaving only “one or two significant items” for Zelenskyy and European leaders to address.
Overall, Macron’s call for firm security commitments underscores the importance of maintaining pressure on Russia and ensuring a lasting peace in Ukraine.
