France’s far-right leader Jordan Bardella said Ukraine should “pay” for Europe’s support. He praised the US for demanding that Ukraine provide something in return for support.
WHO:Jordan Bardella
WHAT:Said Ukraine should pay for Europe’s help and praised the US for demanding Ukraine give something in return for support.
WHEN:Reported Sep 6, 2026 at 6:36 PM ET
WHERE:France
WHY:Bardella was reacting to Europe’s and the US’s support for Ukraine and endorsing the idea that Ukraine should provide something in return.
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