Macron Calls on Le Pen to Clarify Position on Ukraine Support

Macron Calls for Clear Stance

President Emmanuel Macron has urged Marine Le Pen, leader of the far-right National Rally party, to clarify her stance on providing military support to Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict.

Tensions Between Rivals

During a heated exchange on a French television program, Gabriel Attal, government spokesman, challenged Le Pen's position on supplying weapons to Ukraine. Le Pen had previously expressed concerns about escalating the conflict by sending French troops or aircraft.

Attal emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine's resistance against Russian aggression, while Le Pen maintained that a more cautious approach was necessary to avoid further escalation.

Macron's intervention highlights the increasing polarization of French politics over the issue of Ukraine. With the presidential election approaching, both Macron and Le Pen are seeking to define their positions on a matter that has become central to the campaign.