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France
Zaluzhny Calls Peacekeeping Proposal a Political Gesture, Not Practical Solution
Ukraine’s former commander-in-chief, now Kyiv’s ambassador to the UK, welcomed the London-led post-war peacekeeping initiative but expressed doubts about its practicality.
July 24, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘A Failed Attempt to Undermine Ukraine’s Morale’ – France’s FM in Kyiv Pledges ‘Resolute Support’ to Kyiv
Barrot said Russia “targets energy infrastructure in defiance of international law” and blasted the latest wave of Russian attacks, killing two people and damaging a subway station.
July 22, 2025
France
French Foreign Minister Arrives in Kyiv for Two-Day Visit
The visit comes shortly after air raid sirens were lifted in the capital, following a night of Russian strikes that killed at least one person.
July 21, 2025
Zelensky
France to Train More Ukrainian Pilots on Mirage Jets: Zelensky After Macron Call
Zelensky and Macron discussed Mirage pilot training, SAMP/T missiles, drone funding, and coordinated new joint defense steps and sanctions to pressure Russia.
July 20, 2025
Russia
Macron To Raise French Defence Targets, Citing Russia Threat
French officials say its defense efforts must increase in the face of a menacing Russia and a potential Trump administration disengagement from Europe.
July 19, 2025
Ukraine
Zelensky Discusses Mirage Pilot Training, Air Defense Systems With Macron
The Ukrainian president said he also addressed the UK and French-led “coalition of the willing” post-war peacekeeping mission to Ukraine during his recent call with his French counterpart.
July 18, 2025
NATO
France Opts Out of NATO Plan to Fund US Weapons for Ukraine, Reports Say
Citing budget pressures and a push to boost its own defense industry, France is reportedly opting out of a US-led arms funding deal for Ukraine, per reports.
July 16, 2025
France
Macron to Raise Defense Targets, Citing Russia Threat
“Never has peace on our continent depended to such an extent on the decisions that we take now,” said Macron, explaining that France’s defense budget should rise by €3.5 B ($4.1 billion) in 2026.
July 14, 2025
Zelensky Says Call With Trump, Macron After G7 ‘Could Change a Lot’
Zelensky said the post-summit call focused on strengthening Kyiv’s position, cooperation with allies and diplomatic prospects for peace.
June 18, 2026
