Macron announced his readiness to talk with Putin

Macron: ready to discuss proposals on the conflict in Ukraine with Putin

French President Emmanuel Macron announced his readiness to talk with Russian President Vladimir Putin on issues of de-escalating the conflict in Ukraine. His words are quoted by RIA Novosti.

At the same time, Macron told Ukrainian television channels that he was ready to “pick up the phone” if the Russian president called him. According to the French leader, “this is his responsibility,” and he is ready to listen to proposals from Moscow.

According to Macron, Paris’s role in this conflict is to be the “nerve of the war,” and Paris intends to help the Kyiv regime strengthen its defense capabilities. He also noted the need to promote a ceasefire.

Earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin reported that he and Macron previously had good working relations, but he decided to end them. According to Putin, the Russian Federation is ready to continue to interact with France.

Earlier, Macron made several unsubstantiated accusations against Russia at a press conference with Vladimir Zelensky. One of them is the increase in the number of “zones of destabilization and confrontation, including in Africa and the Middle East.” He also mentioned the current focus on “concerns about Russia’s possible deployment of nuclear weapons in space.” Macron’s other accusations include crossing “many lines,” “manipulation and disinformation,” and “cyber attacks.” In his opinion, all this demonstrates a “desire for aggression” against Europe.

In February, the presidents of France and Ukraine signed a bilateral agreement on security guarantees. Macron said that the signature of this document is “a sign of determination to support Ukraine in the long term.” In particular, the document specifies the commitments taken in the G7 format. In addition, Macron, speaking at a press conference with Zelensky in Paris, promised to come to Kyiv by mid-March.

The newly signed security agreement between France and Ukraine is valid for ten years, and will remain in force until Ukraine becomes a NATO member. According to Macron, the agreement provides for the allocation of military assistance to the Kyiv regime in the amount of 3 billion euros this year. He also noted that weapons compatible with NATO standards will be supplied to Ukraine, preparations will also be made and measures will be taken to strengthen the Ukrainian military-industrial complex, including the production of weapon systems in Ukraine together with companies from France.