Macron to Putin: Accept the Ceasefire or Face Consequences.
French President Emmanuel Macron has called on Russia to accept a proposed 30-day ceasefire agreement put forward by the United States and Ukraine.
Macron revealed that he had discussed the matter on Friday, March 14, with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
In his nightly video address, Zelensky confirmed that his conversation with Macron focused on the state of diplomacy, the available options, and the technical aspects of monitoring a potential ceasefire. “We have clear support from France in all these matters,” Zelensky emphasized.
Taking to X on Friday night, Macron shared details of the discussions:
“I spoke today with President @ZelenskyyUa and then with Prime Minister @Keir_Starmer following the progress made during the meeting between the United States and Ukraine in Jeddah on Tuesday.
Russia must now accept the U.S.-Ukrainian proposal for a 30-day ceasefire. The Russian aggression in Ukraine must end. The atrocities must stop. So must the delaying statements.
On Tuesday, the meeting in Paris brought together around forty Chiefs of Defence Staff. Tomorrow, we will continue working to strengthen support for Ukraine and to achieve a solid and lasting peace in a videoconference with Prime Minister Starmer, President Zelensky, and all our partners.”
Macron’s statement underscores France’s commitment to supporting Ukraine and pressuring Russia to halt its military actions. The diplomatic push reflects growing international momentum toward securing a temporary ceasefire and paving the way for broader peace talks.
