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French government collapse raises questions over Ukraine support


Published on 2024-12-05 00:01:12 - Brian Stokes, N@N
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  • The fall of France's government on Wednesday and the failure to pass a budget could make it difficult for Paris to ramp up its support for Ukraine despite President Emmanuel Macron's repeated promises to help Kyiv for as long as necessary.

The collapse of the French government, following Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne's resignation, has sparked concerns about France's future support for Ukraine amidst its ongoing conflict with Russia. This political upheaval comes at a critical time as France has been a key supporter of Ukraine, providing military aid and advocating for European solidarity against Russian aggression. The resignation was triggered by President Emmanuel Macron's decision to call for a snap election, prompted by the far-right National Rally's gains in the European Parliament elections. The potential shift in French politics could influence its foreign policy, particularly regarding military and financial aid to Ukraine. There is uncertainty about whether a new government, possibly led by a different political faction, would maintain the same level of commitment to Ukraine, especially if parties less supportive of EU integration or more sympathetic to Russia gain power. This situation has raised questions about the stability and continuity of Western support for Ukraine.

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