As the war in Ukraine persists and takes a strategic turn with the growing involvement of international forces, France’s position appears to be evolving. Through the voice of Jean-Noël Barrot, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Paris affirms that no “ red line » does not limit its support to kyiv. Thus, France opens the door to previously excluded possibilities, including sending French troops on the ground. In an interview with the BBC, Jean-Noël Barrot reiterates France’s determination to support Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression. Insisting on the absence of a “red line”, he stressed that Paris would provide support for as long and intensely as necessary.
French support has already materialized by the authorization given to kyiv to use long-range French missiles for self-defense purposes. These statements come as Ukraine has just used British and American missiles to strike Russian territory, provoking direct threats from Vladimir Putin against Western countries. Furthermore, the minister indicates the strategic importance of this support in a context where each advance in the Russian army represents a direct threat to Europe.
The thorny question of sending French troops
Asked about the possibility of a deployment of French soldiers in Ukraine, Jean-Noël Barrot suggests that this option was not excluded. This perspective marks a significant turning point in the military support policy, posing major challenges for French diplomacy and the stability of the European Union.
This positioning comes in an international context where the arrival of North Korean soldiers in Russia is accentuating tensions. If France were to send troops, it would be a direct response to Moscow’s actions, while strengthening Ukraine’s ability to resist. However, such a decision would involve complex consequences, including a potentially aggressive response from Russia, a country with the atomic bomb.
Jean-Noël Barrot expresses his openness to Ukraine’s possible membership in NATO, a sensitive subject. “ We are working to bring our positions closer together with our partners and allies, to better integrate Ukraine into our strategic discussions “, he said. This approach could strengthen European collective security, but it also risks provoking a violent reaction from Moscow, which considers this possibility a red line.
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