Macron hints at possibility of sending troops to Ukraine if needed

French President Emmanuel Macron’s statements come after his earlier comment about ‘Europe being mortal’ and how the situation can spiral out of hand if the Russian-Ukraine conflict is not dealt with prudence

French President Emmanuel Macron reaffirmed that he would consider sending soldiers to Ukraine in case of a Russian breakthrough at the front lines or if Ukraine sought assistance during his interview with The Economist published Thursday.

The French President’s statements come after his earlier comment about “Europe being mortal” and how the situation can spiral out of hand if the Russian-Ukraine conflict is not dealt with prudence.

Subsequently, he said he wouldn’t dismiss the prospect of deploying Western forces to Ukraine.

The French president also clarified that these circumstances aren’t present at the moment.

During his interview, Macron reiterated this stance, emphasizing that Europe’s security hinges on its ability to avoid setting specific red lines.

‘Europe to face security challenges’

Kyiv hasn’t formally demanded Western troop deployment; instead, it seeks increased arms support to repel Russian aggression.

Macron also underlined Europe’s need to be less dependent on the U.S. for defense, advocating for self-sufficiency in security matters.

In recent months, Macron has emerged as a vocal proponent of European defense, advocating for enhanced defense capabilities and military aid for Ukraine.

During his speech at Sorbonne University on April 25, Macron urged EU member states to bolster their defense capabilities and reconsider their global roles, emphasizing the current challenges that grapple Europe

Source: Newsroom