French President Emmanuel Macron declared that his country is a “solid ally” of US President-elect Donald Trump in a recent speech outlining his vision for global diplomacy.
Macron stressed the importance of strength and resilience for France to maintain respect from the US, cautioning against weakness.
He urged for realistic discussions on territorial questions regarding Ukraine and emphasized that these negotiations must involve Ukrainians directly.
Macron also criticized tech mogul Elon Musk for his perceived influence on European politics, attributing potential threats to democratic values to his unchecked power.
Highlighting broader geopolitical issues, Macron identified Iran as a key security challenge in the Middle East and called for European nations to increase their defense capabilities.