The key facts

  • Macron called on Europe to formulate a common peace proposal on Ukraine and a future security architecture
  • He called the planned declaration and charter of Europe's common security principles important
  • Regarding the waves of threats and false bomb reports, he said there is not yet proof of foreign states' involvement

Macron: Europe needs a unified position on Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron, speaking on Thursday ahead of the European Political Community summit in Dublin, urged Europe to develop a 'clear and unified' vision of what it wants for Ukraine and for itself. According to him, Europe's goals include providing Ukraine with military capabilities and funding, as well as seeking ways to settle the conflict. In addition, he stressed that Europe should take the initiative in resuming talks with Russia.

A peace proposal and a security charter

'We must now clarify our own position: what is our peace proposal and what should the future security architecture be,' Macron said. He attached particular importance to the planned declaration and charter enshrining the common principles of Europe's future security: according to him, at a moment when many would like to see Europe excluded from discussions of its own security and stability, this document builds on everything done over the past decade. He also said that European countries are developing joint security initiatives amid growing threats to democracy — information attacks, manipulation, and foreign interference.

A wave of threats: no accusations yet

Macron expressed 'deep concern' over the recent wave of bomb reports and threats that disrupted numerous flights and rail services in several countries. At the same time, he stressed that there is not yet sufficient evidence to establish the source: 'At this stage we cannot say that foreign powers are behind these calls,' he added, noting that countries remain extremely vigilant.