Following the dispute between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky, the roadmap to be determined on the Kiev-Washington line is a subject of curiosity. French President Macron made noteworthy statements, emphasizing that Russia continues to pose a threat to European security and announcing that he will meet with European chiefs of staff in Paris next week.

President Emmanuel Macron addressed the nation. Macron stated that the international situation is becoming increasingly complex, expressing that the French people are “rightfully concerned.”

Macron mentioned that the intensity of the conflict in Ukraine persists, the US is reducing its support to Ukraine, and preparing to impose additional customs duties on products coming from Europe.

Using phrases like “the world is becoming increasingly merciless, and the threat of terrorism is not decreasing,” Macron highlighted that our prosperity and security have become more uncertain. Macron pointed out that France and Europe are facing new threats. “OUR SECURITY IS ALSO UNDER THREAT”

Reminding that the war in Ukraine entered its third year, Macron underlined the necessity of the support that Europe and France provide to Ukraine. Macron said. “From the very beginning, we decided to support Ukraine and impose sanctions on Russia. We were right to do so because not only the people of Ukraine are fighting for freedom, but our security is also under threat.”

Arguing that Russia has turned the war into a global conflict, Macron informed that Russia violates the borders in Europe, kills opponents, manipulates elections in Romania and Moldova, and conducts cyber attacks on hospitals in Europe.

Macron emphasized that Russia plans to further increase its army by 2030 with more than 40 billion euros in spending, adding 3,000 tanks and 300 combat aircraft, and continues to be a threat to Europe’s security, stating, “Who can believe that Russia will stop at Ukraine?”

“PERHAPS EUROPEAN FORCES WILL HAVE TO INTERVENE”

Macron stated that Europe needs to take on a more active role in achieving peace in Ukraine, suggesting, “Perhaps European forces will have to intervene to ensure peace in Ukraine. These units will not fight on the frontline but will monitor the full implementation of the peace agreement.”

EUROPEAN CHIEFS OF STAFF TO MEET IN PARIS

Macron announced that he would bring together European chiefs of staff in the capital Paris next week to contribute to establishing peace in Ukraine. Macron emphasized that France’s nuclear deterrent capacity is a fundamental element of European security, saying, “Since 1964, France’s nuclear power has been a factor that maintains peace and security in Europe.”

In response to the call of Germany’s elected Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Macron stated that France would open up the discussion on its nuclear deterrence policy regarding the protection of European allies and added, “The final decision will always be in the hands of the French President.”

TRUMP-ZELENSKY DISPUTE

Following the dispute between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office, the US temporarily suspended intelligence support and military shipments to Ukraine. Trump and Zelensky had a heated argument in their meeting on February 28th in the Oval Office. The joint press conference that was planned to take place was canceled, Zelensky left the White House alone, and the rare-earth elements agreement was not signed.

Trump argued that Zelensky “disrespected the American people,” while Zelensky stated that he did not do anything wrong that would require him to apologize.

As a result of this dispute, peace negotiations in Ukraine became the top priority on the agenda of European leaders, who gathered in London, hosted by the UK, for a security summit on Ukraine. Following the summit, France and the UK announced that they had agreed to work on a ceasefire plan in Ukraine and would later negotiate and advance the plan with the US.

Today, a summit on Ukraine, with the participation of leaders from 27 countries, is planned to be held in the Belgian capital, Brussels.