Zelensky says he discussed missile supplies, Mirage pilots training with Macron
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France’s President Emmanuel Macron and Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky meeting on the sidelines of a Nato summit in June 2025.
PHOTO: REUTERS
KYIV – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he discussed missile supplies and funding for interceptor drones to counteract Russian attacks in a call with French President Emmanuel Macron on July 18.
“I would especially like to highlight our agreement on pilot training for Mirage jets – France is ready to train additional pilots using additional aircraft,” Mr Zelensky said on X, adding that the leaders also coordinated the next political steps.
The latest exchange between Mr Zelensky and Mr Macron came as the European Union agreed on an 18th package of sanctions against Russia over the war in Ukraine, including measures aimed at dealing further blows to the Russian oil and energy industry.
Mr Macron said the new sanctions package was unprecedented.
“It is necessary more than ever before to remind ourselves that the security, freedom and future of Europe are closely tied to the fate of Ukraine,” wrote Mr Macron on X.
“In this regard, I welcome the adoption this morning by the European Union of an unprecedented new package of sanctions against Russia. Russian attacks must stop immediately,” he added. REUTERS
