Overview

• Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and French President Emmanuel Macron held a phone call to discuss bolstering Ukraine's air defenses and military capabilities.
• Zelensky expressed gratitude for France's commitment to accelerating the transfer of Mirage fighter jets and training Ukrainian soldiers, including potential missions within Ukraine.
• Macron strongly condemned Russia's intensified attacks on Ukrainian cities, civilians, and energy infrastructure, labeling them as part of an 'unacceptable logic of escalation.'
• Both leaders emphasized the importance of Ukraine's potential NATO membership and long-range defense capabilities in countering Russian aggression and fostering peace.
• France reaffirmed its determination to provide comprehensive support to Ukraine for as long as necessary, including military aid and training initiatives.