Overview

• Jean-Luc Mélenchon directly addressed Donald Trump in English during a Montreal meeting, a rare move for the French politician, challenging his annexation rhetoric toward Canada.
• Mélenchon emphasized European and French support for Canada and Quebec in the event of a U.S. invasion, stating, 'Non, c’est non,' in both English and French.
• He compared Trump’s annexation threats to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, highlighting Europe’s ongoing support for Ukraine as a precedent for defending sovereignty.
• Criticizing European leaders for their reluctance to confront Trump, Mélenchon accused them of fear and urged the U.S. president to listen to those who stand firm in their beliefs.
• Mélenchon, a potential 2027 French presidential candidate, continues his North American tour with planned engagements in New York to further promote his international platform.