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War in Ukraine: President Volodymyr Zelensky visits France and seeks support
War in Ukraine: President Volodymyr Zelensky visits France and seeks support
(franceinfo)
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was visiting France, in Paris, on Friday June 7. First received at the National Assembly, where he gave a speech, he then also met his French and American counterparts, Emmanuel Macron and Joe Biden, gathered on the occasion of D-Day.
At the National Assembly, Volodymyr Zelensky received the honors of the Republic on Friday June 7. The Ukrainian president received a standing ovation from the many deputies present. He participated in the commemorations of the 80th anniversary of the Landing. “Thank you for standing with us to defend life“, he first declared in French from the podium. “Once again, in Europe, cities are completely destroyed and villages are burned“, he continued.
He also received military honors. 24 hours earlier, Emmanuel Macron had announced the sending of fighter planes to Ukraine and the training of soldiers. During his meeting with US President Joe Biden, the Ukrainian head of state also obtained an envelope of $225 million. Finally, at the Élysée Palace, Volodymyr Zelensky and Emmanuel Macron met for a working meeting and a press conference, during which they displayed their unity.
