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Oct 16, 2026 at 3:21 AM ET
Macron backs Ukraine’s need for defensive support
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French President Emmanuel Macron said it was “crucial” for Ukraine to receive “all the means necessary to protect itself” after meeting President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Zelenskyy was also due to join the EU’s 27 leaders in Brussels for talks on Ukraine’s financing and military needs.
WHO: French President Emmanuel Macron
WHAT: Macron said Ukraine should receive all the means necessary to protect itself.
WHEN: Reported Oct 16, 2026 at 2:27 AM ET
WHERE: Brussels, Belgium
WHY: Macron said Ukraine needs the means to protect itself.
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