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Macron Promises Accelerated Rearmament and Support for Ukraine

1/16/2026

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French President Emmanuel Macron delivered the New Year's address to the armed forces at a military base in Istres, southern France.
He joked about a puffy, red eye, calling it "completely harmless" to lighten the mood.
Macron said France will pursue accelerated rearmament and maintain support for Ukraine in 2026.
He also announced plans to send troops to Greenland in support of Denmark.

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French President Emmanuel Macron delivered the New Year's address to the armed forces at a military base in Istres, southern France.
He joked about a puffy, red eye, calling it "completely harmless" to lighten the mood.
Macron said France will pursue accelerated rearmament and maintain support for Ukraine in 2026.
He also announced plans to send troops to Greenland in support of Denmark.