Macron: While Russia continues war, Ukraine stands firm

French President Emmanuel Macron has said that he spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and expressed gratitude to all parties involved in achieving a robust and lasting peace in Ukraine.

He said this in a post on X, Ukrinform reports.

"I just spoke with President Zelensky. Americans, Europeans, and Ukrainians are asking for nothing more than peace. While Russia continues its war of aggression, Ukraine is standing firm," Macron said.

He recalled that France would continue to stand with Ukraine to build a robust and lasting peace capable of guaranteeing the security and sovereignty of Ukraine and Europe in the long term.

"I thank all the negotiators – Ukrainian, European, and American – who are working toward this goal," Macron added.

On Monday, December 15, Berlin will host heads of state and government from several countries, as well as leaders of the EU and NATO.

Photo: Office of the President of Ukraine