Macron discusses potential foreign troop deployment in Ukraine
Photo: Emmanuel Macron, President of France (Getty Images)
French President Emmanuel Macron stated that he does not rule out the deployment of foreign troops in Ukraine after the active phase of hostilities ends, according to Le Parisien.
He emphasized that this could help stabilize the situation in the region.
"It is important to understand that authority is not determined by numbers. Today, the largest army in Europe is Ukraine's, with a million soldiers mobilized. No other army can gather such a number of people. The key is the presence of troops in Ukraine," Macron said.
In response to a question about the size of the potential contingent, the French president stated that it would involve several thousand troops, but definitely not "hundreds of thousands."
According to him, foreign forces could act as a second line of defense — either in the air or at strategically important areas, away from the front lines.
"It’s not about numbers. It’s about being there to provide support as a second line of defense, in the air, or at strategic points, away from the front line," Macron explained.
He also mentioned that consultations on this issue are ongoing among European partners.
Peacekeeping forces for Ukraine
Negotiations are currently underway regarding how to implement deterrence measures against Russia during a ceasefire and the end of the war. The US has pushed for Europe to send troops to Ukraine.
The UK and France have taken the lead in Europe's peacekeeping efforts, establishing the Coalition of the Willing. Its goal is to unite countries willing to send troops to Ukraine and provide other support to ensure peace.
French President Emmanuel Macron proposed sending so-called "deterrence forces" to Ukraine after the war ends.
