Paris initiates a "missile coalition" for Ukraine. Will the West allow strikes on Russia?
Macron gathered European leaders in Paris. They discussed long-range missiles for Kyiv and possibility of sending ground troops. What did they decide?
French President Emmanuel Macron invited 20 European leaders to Paris to "smash Vladimir Putin's idea of victory." And he announced the creation of a missile coalition for "deep strikes", which involves the provision of medium- and long-range missiles.
"The Allies have agreed to buy munitions for us outside of Europe. The final decision will be made in 10 days," Oleksandr Musiienko, head of the Center of Military-Law Studies, told LIGA.net.
We summarized what the leaders talked about in Paris and what it means for Ukraine.
WHAT HAPPENED. A conference of 20 political leaders of the EU, USA and Canada in support of Ukraine was held in Paris.
"Let's humbly note that we were often late for 6-12 months. A new coalition will be created to supply Ukraine with medium and long-range missiles and aerial bombs for deep strikes," Macron said in conclusion.