In a significant move to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities amid ongoing conflict, Germany and France have announced plans to start producing weapons within Ukraine. This decision comes as part of a broader European effort to support Kyiv, which includes utilizing approximately $300 billion in frozen Russian assets to finance the purchase of military equipment for Ukraine, potentially generating around $4bn a year from windfall profits. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, following discussions in Berlin, have expressed a unified stance against Russia, emphasizing the necessity of European unity in the face of the existential threat posed by Russia. Macron highlighted the existential threat to the European Union from a potential Russian invasion and underscored the importance of defeating Putin's forces in Ukraine. Scholz announced that NATO defense ministers would deliberate on the process of using frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine during a meeting in Ramstein. The leaders also agreed on the formation of an international long-range rocket artillery coalition to further aid Ukraine, signaling a robust international commitment to Kyiv's defense.
If Macron wants a ceasefire during the Paris Olympics I suggest he stops arming Ukraine - Zakharova https://t.co/7dQcuWQHSO
More strategic "ambiguity" from Macron, where he again very unambiguously says he'd send troops to Ukraine. Someone should tell him the whole concept of ambiguity is so people are left in doubt as to what your intentions are... And that the whole concept of strategy is to do… https://t.co/skpdP0WDRv
France to propose ‘Olympic ceasefire’ in Ukraine conflict – Macron The ancient tradition of an Olympic Truce was originally implemented to ensure safe travel for pilgrims and athletes https://t.co/zkrq7kH2NV https://t.co/7EkCdB9xYJ
Russia will be asked to observe a ceasefire in Ukraine during the Paris Olympics, French President Emmanuel Macron said Saturday. READ MORE: https://t.co/hKjwWaioVV https://t.co/hKjwWaioVV
Macron Repeats Threat of Western Ground Forces in Ukraine ‘at Some Point’ https://t.co/Mly8bd4g1L
Macron about sending troops to Ukraine: "Maybe at some point -- I don't want it, I won't take the initiative -- we will have to have operations on the ground, whatever they may be, to counter the Russian forces. France's strength is that we can do it" - Le Parisien https://t.co/1QUVs6HoLv
French President Macron said he would definitely visit Ukraine. "I have a rule: that my visit should be as useful as possible for Ukraine. I will come to Ukraine with concrete proposals, concrete solutions and new directions in cooperation," he said. https://t.co/BBFz2qODrt
Europe To Arm Ukraine Using Profits From Seized Russian Funds https://t.co/MzUw2gU6hn
Three European leaders: Macron is discussing ground troops. Scholz doesn't want to get into any trouble. Pavel is working hard to get artillery shells on the Ukrainian front.
⚡️Macron promises to visit Kyiv with 'specific solutions' for the war. "I will definitely come. I have a rule that my visit should be as useful as possible for Ukraine," French President Emmanuel Macron said in an interview published on March 16. https://t.co/oPlhgqvKH9
French President Macron sas that a Western ground operations in Ukraine might be necessary "at some point" - AFP
Weimar Triangle: German, French and Polish leaders met in an effort of a joint show of unity over Ukraine. The three powers agreed to step up purchase of ammunition for Kyiv in effort to dampen mutual tensions over Russia stance. #Velsig #geopolitics
Macron: You must cease fire during the Olympics! Putin: We are not participating in it. https://t.co/N9nbue2DT2
‼️ President @EmmanuelMacron said today that he would “never take the initiative” to send ground troops to Ukraine but it might become “necessary at some point to counter Russian forces”. 1/
Zakharova suggested that Macron stop arms supplies to Kiev in response to his initiative for a truce in Ukraine during the Olympics. https://t.co/rzl3q2ZIKc
Moscow in response to Macron's call for a ceasefire during the Olympics: He must first stop supplying weapons to Ukraine
🤔 Macron promises to come to Ukraine with "specific solutions" for war https://t.co/nz5sAw5ien
🇫🇷🇺🇦 "I will tell you absolutely sincerely - I will definitely come to Ukraine. I have a rule: that my visit should be as useful as possible for Ukraine. I will come with specific proposals, specific solutions", - Emmanuel Macron ✅ The French president added that his visit… https://t.co/VIfmZunOLv
Macron on quite a roll. This morning in Le Parisien : “Perhaps at some point—I don't wish it, and won't initiate it—we'll have to have operations on the ground, whatever they may be, to counter Russian forces. France's strength is that we can do it” https://t.co/fnWZEwilMd
🇫🇷🇷🇺🇺🇦🚨‼️ “We will ask for (a ceasefire)” — Macron https://t.co/TvLPry1kNw https://t.co/iepFTNchdM
🇫🇷 It is not excluded that an operation will be carried out to confront the Russian army in Ukraine, said French President Emmanuel Macron in an interview with the newspaper "Parisien" . The President of France has changed his tone when he talks about Ukraine because of his… https://t.co/dqT1Jg9tPk
Macron : “Operations on the ground” in Ukraine will “probably” be necessary https://t.co/ckgP7KAifk
Macron: I have a rule so that my visit is as useful as possible for Ukraine. I will come with specific proposals and solutions. https://t.co/5WvSBO2bJ4
Macron: France will offer Russia a ceasefire in Ukraine during the Olympic Games The 2024 Olympics itself will take place from July 26 to August 11 . https://t.co/U6Wr32EDh1
We cannot follow the path of escalation because we do not need another war - Macron on NATO troops in Ukraine - Our goal is that Russia should not win. But our goal is also to bring peace back to Europe. That is why we cannot follow the path of escalation, because we do not need… https://t.co/JwVnsm955T
France will propose to Russia the establishment of a ceasefire during the Olympics in Paris. This was stated by Emmanuel Macron.. https://t.co/ADjizw5e1H
ICYMI: French President Emmanuel Macron says in an interview that Western ground operations in #Ukraine might be necessary “at some point”, days after meeting with German and Polish leaders. https://t.co/ltcL3j36uz
🇫🇷FRENCH PRESIDENT: EUROPE SUPPORTS MY WARMONGERING Macron, who reportedly wants to ask Putin for a ceasefire so his Paris Olympics can go on without interruption, reverts to saber-rattling the moment he can: “Perhaps at some point, and I do not want this and will not initiate… https://t.co/GkPmCPsKg4 https://t.co/OCXAcleKSs
🇫🇷🇷🇺 MACRON TO SEEK OLYMPIC CEASEFIRE IN UKRAINE After threatening to send French troops into the war, Macron will now reportedly request Russia to honor a ceasefire in Ukraine during the Paris Olympics, aligning with the tradition of Olympic peace. Putin might see it… https://t.co/GJxHiITrA7
Macron Says Ground Operations In Ukraine Possible 'At Some Point' https://t.co/jrUXcVeTZy via @BarronsOnline
NEW - Macron says ground operations in Ukraine possible ‘at some point’ https://t.co/y4fe12q1LZ
The NATO states are set to create a so-called 'coalition' to help supply Ukraine with more weapons, according to the German chancellor https://t.co/S4O1Qxg8gX https://t.co/b4OzTM3jAS
We will not take the path of escalation with Russia because we don’t need another war - Macron https://t.co/jUVCuv9k2i
"The strength of France is that we can do this!" In response to a question from Le Parisien, Emmanuel Macron noted that ground operations, whatever they may be, may need to be carried out at some point to counter Russian forces. https://t.co/GTo5SpKBX0
The Polish Prime Minister calls out Mike Johnson for blocking the Ukraine aid bill https://t.co/xzOPIVpz9I
French President Macron: I will answer the phone if Putin calls me because we need to reach a lasting and sustainable peace. https://t.co/qSYJJUTAJN
Macron is ready for dialogue with Russia In an interview with Ukrainian media, French President Emmanuel Macron said that he would “pick up the phone” if Vladimir Putin called him. Macron noted that he considers this his responsibility and will be ready to listen to the Russian… https://t.co/ja4DfBtwZb
Macron declared that he is ready for negotiations with Putin, but added that the real negotiations on ending the war should be conducted by Putin and Zelensky. https://t.co/VupByLz6Vc
Russia will be asked to observe ceasefire during Olympics, Macron tells Ukrainian interviewer https://t.co/KFaPbq4nTD
"Our goal is that Russia should not win. But our goal is also to bring peace back to Europe. We have no limits and we will react depending on how Russia will react," said French President Emmanuel Macron in an interview with Ukrainian journalists. https://t.co/VYDbbh7v8b
🇫🇷🇷🇺🇺🇦🚨‼️ BREAKING: “France will offer Russia a ceasefire in Ukraine for the duration of the Olympic Games” - Macron https://t.co/ue8M2Tkfo1
French President Emmanuel Macron says in an interview that Western ground operations in #Ukraine might be necessary “at some point”, days after meeting with German and Polish leaders. https://t.co/ltcL3j36uz
🔥 @EmmanuelMacron: We have no limits and will react to Russia's behaviour https://t.co/f7XtR2h6yy
⚡️Tusk urges House speaker Johnson to 'take decision' on stalled Ukraine aid after Russian attack on Odesa. "How many more arguments do you need to take a decision?" Tusk wrote on X on March 16, tagging Johnson. https://t.co/7v3d59FrtV
We are ready for any challenge and if there comes another wave of escalation from Russia, we will be ready to react for the security of Ukraine and Europeans. But France will never initiate any kind of aggression - president of France Emmanuel Macron said in an interview to… https://t.co/CCsZ8B2J1t https://t.co/ft9rW188m2
🇺🇦Macron’s comments about the possibility of sending troops to Ukraine represented a shocking about-turn for a man who once warned against humiliating Moscow. To understand this volte-face, The Telegraph spoke to sources in the Elysee and the Bundestag⬇️ https://t.co/iSQggQS6SM https://t.co/2nrAxA4RZE
🇺🇦⚔️🕊️ "On the one hand, it is necessary to transfer to Ukraine everything necessary to strengthen its defense capability, but at the same time promote de-escalation. We need to achieve a sustainable, just peace", - President Macron in an interview with Ukrainian journalists. https://t.co/wullsMz92K
EU to use Russian assets to buy arms for Ukraine – Scholz https://t.co/VGxz4vfPMz https://t.co/IyAes9WKwJ
The President of France Emmanuel Macron gave an interview to Ukrainian media. Its main points: On the role of France and his words on troops in Ukraine 🔹The role of France in the war in Ukraine is what Churchill has called "the nerve of war". 🔹We must bear collective… https://t.co/hfTDk7dERK
❗️🇫🇷🇺🇦 "We must be collectively responsible. We are ready for any challenge, and if there is another round of escalation on the part of Russia, we will be ready to react for the safety of Ukraine and Europeans. But France will never be the initiator of any aggression", - Macron
Macron stated that he would pick up the phone if Putin were to call him. Putin is calling! https://t.co/3noHJe55SP
Our objective is clear: Russia must not emerge victorious in this conflict. If Ukraine surrenders, peace in Europe will be compromised. - Macron https://t.co/vHQmzTVjGy https://t.co/GM6tAPJaLF
French President Macron announced that France will propose a ceasefire in Ukraine during the Olympic Games. The 2024 Olympics are scheduled to run from July 26 to August 11. https://t.co/AehcK6kPE5
🇫🇷🇩🇪 "Chancellor Scholz and I will reach an agreement on Ukrainian initiatives", - Macron 👀 Regarding the performance of Russian athletes at the Olympics in France, "they will still be there, but under a neutral flag." https://t.co/DYPB1bRa5p
Macron's interview with Ukrainian journalists: On Nuclear deterrence: - "We must provide additional guarantees to Ukraine." - Ukraine should have "a clear view of the calendar of military aid and proceed confidently until the moment when negotiations become possible." ⬇️ https://t.co/2IxijN8oNw
🇫🇷🇺🇦 "If suddenly Putin wants to offer something, I will answer the phone call. Putin and Zelensky should conduct the real negotiations on the end of the war", - Macron 👀 Macron evaded the question about the possibility of Putin's arrest on the territory of France. https://t.co/RGxc34GrLP
🇫🇷🇺🇦 "Ukraine should go to the point when negotiations will be possible. But the territorial integrity of Ukraine will be a fundamental value", - Macron ❗️About the visit to Ukraine: "I will come with specific proposals and solutions." https://t.co/nEDLhX477G
Does ‘Little Napoleon’ Macron Want to Lead Europe into War with Russia? https://t.co/oYpW7egyrs
🇵🇱 "Real solidarity with Ukraine? Less words, more ammunition!", - Donald Tusk 🇫🇮 "We not rule everything out [troops to Ukraine], because we never know how serious the situation becomes", - Finnish FM
Forever War: Leaders of France, Germany, and Poland Vow to Produce More Weapons for Ukraine https://t.co/BU904xvAge
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz convened a crucial meeting in Berlin on Friday with French President Emmanuel Macron and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, where they emphasized the need for European unity to support Ukraine amidst escalating tensions. https://t.co/zPeNDSJuzm
Germany says NATO countries will search globe, create coalition to arm Ukraine https://t.co/S4O1QxgG6v https://t.co/GsKOQ8Kfzs
🇵🇱 ❗️ Polish PM urges US House Speaker to finally approve aid to Ukraine after Odesa tragedy https://t.co/4uoXoIb8sX
Finally: "German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said that European countries would use the windfall profits generated by nearly $300 billion in frozen Russian assets to support weapons purchases for Ukraine, the first time Berlin has voiced support for the idea." https://t.co/rCGTaUlRDX
FRENCH PRES. MACRON = A DOG OF WAR. In an interview yesterday, French Pres. Emmanuel Macron doubled down on SENDING NATO TROOPS TO UKRAINE: "All options are possible." The President of the Republic HAS GONE MAD. It’s time for the French to double down on Macron.
Yes! Europe Will Tap Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine Arms, Germany’s Scholz Says - WSJ https://t.co/sHOKQoddnS
France and Germany are making plans to create a weapons factory in Ukraine. The leaders of the European Union's two largest economies are trying to overcome concerns that their differences will prevent the bloc from mobilizing enough support for Kyiv, Bloomberg reports. Germany… https://t.co/yLu3iNGpO4
⚡️ Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has issued a strong message to the Speaker of the US House of Representatives regarding Ukraine Tusk urged Speaker Mike Johnson to finally decide on funding for Ukraine. https://t.co/ium5U34Spo https://t.co/Nz7GkX62qC
Look at Odessa, @SpeakerJohnson! How many more arguments do you need to take a decision?” writes Polish Prime Minister @donaldtusk. 🇵🇱🇺🇦
Next week the EU will send $4.5 billion to keep the Ukrainian State afloat “It’s a lot of money but it’s nothing compared to the sacrifices Ukrainians made for Europe” https://t.co/A4F76LzmDX
Macron Again Talks Up NATO Troops For Ukraine: 'We Cannot Allow Russia To Win' https://t.co/KlxJxCGkUr
European countries intend to create yet another 'capability coalition' to supply Ukrainian forces with long-range weapons - German Chancellor https://t.co/S4O1Qxg8gX https://t.co/Op1UPZB6C5
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz declares that countries that support Ukraine are not at war with Russia, as Germany, France and Poland affirm unity on Ukraine after a rift over ground troops and long-range missile supply https://t.co/XMTlgqxQJu https://t.co/cR7BNp60DL
The leaders of France, Germany and Poland met in an attempt to show strength and unity in the face of Russia’s war against Ukraine. But the closed-door meeting looked less like a cheery reunion than a belated attempt at damage control https://t.co/76LT5EL49h 👇
Finland supports French position on troops in Ukraine – but at this stage Helsinki is not willing to send its own troops to Ukraine or even discuss such a possibility https://t.co/oAHsPNN6aY https://t.co/Sg2g9pXKtv
“Do not rule out sending troops to Ukraine, said the Finnish Foreign Minister”: Finnish Foreign Minister Valtonen emphasized that many countries could do more for Ukraine. “Western countries, including the United States, should not categorically oppose the idea of sending… https://t.co/am8uD37FXz
The French newspaper Lemond reports that on February 21, 2024, Macron told a number of guests who attended a party at the Elysee Palace: “In any case, within the next year I will send military force to Odessa.” 5 days later, following a conference on Ukraine with the… https://t.co/yzvAljsZH9
🇫🇮🇺🇦‼️🚨 The West should not completely rule out sending troops to Ukraine, the head of the Finnish FM, Politico. https://t.co/OCIrq0USgI
Ukraine could get around $4bn a year of fresh cash for weapons from the EU: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said EU countries would use profits generated by ~$300bn in frozen Russian assets to support weapons purchases for Ukraine @laurnorman https://t.co/6EmcuZfY77 via @WSJ
🇫🇮🇺🇦 "It's important that we not rule everything out for the long term, because we never know how serious the situation becomes," - Finnish Foreign Minister Valtonen ❗️"But the Finnish position is clear: We are not right now sending any troops and not willing to discuss that." https://t.co/yeSh1QzZZh
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Finland does not rule out that the country's troops will appear in Ukraine in the future. "Now this is not the case but this option cannot be ruled out, as we never know how serious the situation will become," she said. https://t.co/EOL5OOHdIr
Germany and France said they would start producing weapons inside Ukraine as the two countries' leaders tried to move past concerns that their differences would hinder the bloc from mobilizing sufficient support for Kyiv. https://t.co/PE7wEMCUpg
Germany, France and Poland Vow to Procure More Weapons for Ukraine https://t.co/m6Sipocrb8
Europe suddenly realising that words have consequences and facing off directly against Russia would be a very bad idea: Macron stated, following a meeting between the German, Polish and French leaders they have agreed that they would never initiate an escalation of the conflict…
German, French and Polish leaders make joint show of unity over Ukraine https://t.co/QVfhGdee8t
Finland supports Macron and is open to the possibility of direct intervention in Ukraine - Finnish Foreign Minister https://t.co/s2z5uMOTkZ
Macron's entire interview yesterday was wrapped up in two sentences: "We cannot let Putin win, but we don't know how to do it, and because of that Europe is about to become a poor shithole" Macron said clearly and loudly that if Russia reaches Odessa, Europe will become a shit…
Macron's shambolic interview, cowers to Putin's warning "We can not let Putin win" (But we don't know how to do it) - the Western Clownworld on steroids https://t.co/zm6upptpGq
The leaders of France, Germany and Poland are trying to resolve differences over Ukraine. What’s driving them apart? https://t.co/EMZsh7plYC 👇
⚡️German Chancellor Olaf #Scholz has announced the creation of a long-range rocket artillery coalition for #Ukraine, reported Der Spiegel. According to him, the coalition for procuring rocket artillery will be formed within the #Ramstein contact group. https://t.co/UUUGjKZ5CC
🇫🇷🇺🇦 FLASHBACK: Zelensky asks Macron to start negotiations with Moscow after Russia began its special military operation in February 2022 https://t.co/u2vzF6eZ0a
Europe to use frozen Russian profits to arm Ukraine, Scholz says https://t.co/QyNqDaN1m5
As part of the meetings between NATO countries and their allies at Ramstein airbase, a coalition will be created to supply Ukraine with long-range artillery, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said after negotiations with the leaders of France and Poland.
Germany, Poland and France agreed that they would never initiate an escalation of the conflict in Ukraine, Macron said following a meeting with Scholz and Tusk in the Weimar Triangle format. https://t.co/m67XDsWyWF
BREAKING: Poland, France and Germany announce they’re creating an international long-range rocket artillery coalition for Ukraine 🇫🇷🇩🇪🇵🇱 https://t.co/wWNFtxGru8
🇵🇱👀🇺🇦 "Real solidarity with Ukraine? Less words, more ammunition!", - Donald Tusk https://t.co/tpEY66X0XN
🇩🇪🇪🇺🇺🇦🚨‼️ “We will use the windfall profits from the Russian assets which are frozen in Europe to financially support the purchase of weapons for Ukraine” — Scholz Windfall profits are unexpected high profits, caused by price spikes for instance. That’s a weak measure … https://t.co/f2sZ8y2ZjR
Russia Cannot be Allowed to Win ‘Existential’ War in Ukraine, ‘We Must Not be Weak’ Thunders France’s Macron https://t.co/lewYqcTJpX
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz began hosting his French and Polish counterparts in Berlin in a bid to project European unity on support for Ukraine after weeks of friction between the allies https://t.co/dVIPbksBDL
Following a meeting with his French and Polish counterparts, Germany’s Chancellor Scholz said Europe will use profits from seized Russian assets to purchase weapons for Ukraine. https://t.co/7RPYdAZvPd
Macron: Germany, France and Poland have agreed to provide increased support to Moldova. https://t.co/88ycng6tMQ
⚡️ Returns on Russian assets will be used to purchase weapons for #Ukraine, said Chancellor of #Germany Olaf Scholz after a meeting with the leaders of #France and #Poland.
The leaders of Germany, France and Poland plan to meet in Berlin Friday to discuss support for Ukraine, seeking to send a signal of unity and solidarity as Kyiv grapples with a shortage of military resources and Russia votes in an election all but... https://t.co/6umzprm0OH
🇫🇷 France "will never take initiatives that lead to escalation," - President Emmanuel Macron said. 🇩🇪Germany, 🇫🇷France and 🇵🇱Poland agreed to provide even greater support to Ukraine.
Income from frozen Russian assets will be used to purchase weapons for Ukraine - Scholz https://t.co/AysBu0yuMy https://t.co/aDN8llgp7s
Germany, France and Poland vow to procure more weapons for Ukraine in a show of unity https://t.co/TF5uPqFXFE
France, Germany, Poland ‘united’ to prevent Russia victory in Ukraine: Macron
Tusk: "True solidarity with Ukraine? Less words, more ammunition" Amid a serious political conflict between Germany and France, Macron and Tusk arrived in Berlin for talks with Scholz on aid to Ukraine. Read the full article on our website: https://t.co/SDg7QK4kMq https://t.co/Pjbh7oUqFu
On Monday in Ramstein, NATO defense ministers will discuss the implementation of the process of confiscating frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine - Scholz “We will use Russian assets frozen in Europe to financially support arms purchases for Ukraine.” https://t.co/fl1iyScPE2
Now we will purchase even more weapons for Ukraine on the entire world market - Scholz “The production of military equipment will also be expanded, including through cooperation with partners in Ukraine” Entire world market 🤣🤦♀️ https://t.co/VQyrDmt12x
"On Monday, in Ramstein, NATO defense ministers will discuss the implementation of the process of withdrawing frozen assets of Russia to help Ukraine — Scholz "We will use Russian assets frozen in Europe to financially support the purchase of weapons for Ukraine. Defense… https://t.co/0g07WQg2e8
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, in a press conference following a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk in Berlin, revealed plans for increased procurement of weapons for Ukraine from the global market. He emphasized that European… https://t.co/jZ5n6c8cxU
Germany and France agree to join forces to start producing weapons inside Ukraine, in a bid to boost military equipment support for Kyiv https://t.co/ZtgKVHzHAR
French President Emmanuel Macron warned that the European Union would face an “existential” threat of a Russian invasion unless Vladimir Putin’s forces are defeated in Ukraine. https://t.co/taJtaA7pAW
⚠️ FRANCE'S MACRON: EUROPE'S SECURITY AT STAKE IN UKRAINE Full Story → https://t.co/KYp5awIx4Z French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday that France and its allies will continue to support Ukraine as long as it takes. https://t.co/bS7olsdyoP