President Macron stated that Europe is within the range of Russian missiles and emphasized the importance of European military support for Ukraine.

In a speech addressed to the armed forces, French President Emmanuel Macron warned that recent Russian attacks on Ukraine demonstrate that Europe is within the range of Russian missiles, emphasizing the need for the French military to be prepared. He highlighted the increased threat posed by the Orenik missiles, which can carry nuclear warheads, and called for cooperation with Germany and the United Kingdom to enhance European military capabilities.

He also emphasized the success of the 'Coalition of Will', which has managed to secure support for Ukraine, replacing contributions from the United States, and stated that this group of approximately 34 countries is ready to guarantee peace and support Ukraine in its resistance efforts. Macron highlighted the creation of a unified Franco-British command as a historic progress, emphasizing that the war in Ukraine has highlighted the need to strengthen European military capabilities in the face of increasing threats.