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France Boosts Ukraine's Defense with Missiles and Jets

10/25/2025

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French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will supply Ukraine with additional Aster missiles and Mirage fighter jets in the coming days during a Coalition of the Willing meeting.
The pledge followed a request from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to strengthen Ukraine's air defenses.
Macron also noted ongoing Ukrainian troop training.
Russia warned Western arms deliveries could escalate the conflict and be treated as legitimate military targets.

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French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will supply Ukraine with additional Aster missiles and Mirage fighter jets in the coming days during a Coalition of the Willing meeting.
The pledge followed a request from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to strengthen Ukraine's air defenses.
Macron also noted ongoing Ukrainian troop training.
Russia warned Western arms deliveries could escalate the conflict and be treated as legitimate military targets.