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France to ramp up Ukraine support, says Macron
politico.eu • • world
Key Points:
- French President Emmanuel Macron announced increased support for Ukraine following Russia's deadly attack on a shopping mall in Kryvyi Rih, which killed 16 and injured 130.
- Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed accelerating the delivery of French air defense equipment and missiles, with France also agreeing to provide licenses for missile production.
- The two leaders talked about enhancing diplomatic efforts with the United States to open additional diplomatic opportunities.
- Macron, along with German and U.K. leaders, will co-host a "Coalition of the Willing" meeting on Monday in Kyiv to coordinate continued support for Ukraine, with about 10 leaders attending in person.
