Macron warns of a potential U.S. turn in Ukraine relations
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French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed serious concern that the United States could change its policy toward Ukraine, especially in the context of peace talks with Russia. As the German publication “Der Spiegel” reports, referring to leaked information from a secret telephone conversation between European leaders, Macron warned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky about a possible U.S. move that could threaten Ukraine’s sovereignty and security.
Territorial issues and uncertainty of security guarantees
The main concerns are related to the territories of Ukraine occupied by Russia. Macron has expressed that there is a risk that the US could give in to Russia’s demands on these issues by failing to provide clear and sufficient security guarantees to Ukraine after the end of the war. This information created a significant resonance and caused discussions about the reliability and strategic direction of the Western allies.
Caution and concern of European leaders
The phone call, which also included German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and other European leaders, expressed a shared caution about US policy. The German chancellor is said to have advised Zelensky to be very careful, noting that “they are playing games – both with you and with us”. These statements reflect a deeper mistrust and concern about the stability of the transatlantic relationship and Europe’s strategic autonomy.
Denials and future perspectives
Although the Elysée Palace has denied that Macron had expressed himself in such words, emphasizing that France’s support for Ukraine remains unchanged, the leaked information makes one seriously think about the future support for Ukraine and the role of the European Union in global security. This situation could serve as a catalyst for European countries to seek more independent defense solutions.
