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Le Pen Promises to Cut €6B Ukraine Aid if Elected

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  • Marine Le Pen says she will end France’s €6 billion-a-year aid to Ukraine if elected president.
  • Le Pen argues France lacks the finances to sustain the €6 billion annual support.
  • President Zelenskyy said France gains battlefield experience and technology from the partnership.
  • French President Emmanuel Macron pledged to keep providing all necessary means to defend Ukraine.
  • The Kiel Institute notes France has pledged €27 billion to Ukraine, while Germany pledged €50 billion since Feb 2022.