French President Macron Considers Sending Troops to Ukraine
French President Emmanuel Macron has once again raised the possibility of deploying troops in Ukraine, stating that “Russia cannot win this war.” In an interview with ‘The Economist’ on Thursday, Macron emphasized that if the Russians break the front lines and Ukraine requests assistance, the question of military intervention would have to be considered.
Macron criticized the hesitation of allies in setting limits and emphasized the importance of maintaining credibility by not revealing full visibility of their intentions. He stressed that the security of Europe is at stake, as Russia’s ambitions go beyond Ukraine and would call into question the credibility of all European countries.
The French president referred to the NATO summit in 2022 where restrictions on arms deliveries to Ukraine were initially ruled out but later carried out, highlighting the need to learn from past lessons. Macron’s initial mention of sending troops in February prompted mixed reactions from NATO partners, but he believes it served as a necessary wake-up call.
While Macron’s comments have received some support from countries closer to Russia, such as the Baltics, other allies remain cautious about military intervention. The French president maintains that the objective is to ensure that Russia does not achieve its goals in Ukraine.
Macron’s statements come amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine and escalating tensions between Russia and Western nations. The discussion around potential troop deployment underscores the complexities of the situation and the challenges in the international response to the conflict.