French President Macron: We will still have to deal with an aggressive Russia even if Ukraine war is settled
French President Emmanuel Macron warned that even after the Ukraine war ends, Western countries must remain firm against an aggressive Russia, calling for strength and unity in Europe rather than yielding to Russian demands.
John Irish
Reuters
February 14, 2026
France's President Emmanuel Macron speaks during the Munich Security Conference (MSC) in Munich, Germany, February 13, 2026.
Liesa Johannssen/Reuters
French President Emmanuel Macron said western countries would still have to deal with an aggressive Russia even if the Ukraine war was settled.
Macron added on Friday that the answer to ending the Ukraine was not to cave in to Russian demands, but to add pressure on Russia.
"We should exhibit strength and tenacity on Ukraine," said Macron at the Munich Security Conference.
"This is the right time for audacity. This is the right time for a strong Europe," he added.
-John Irish/Reuters
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