French President Emmanuel Macron appeared pessimistic about Moscow’s intentions in view of the critical talks to be held tomorrow with US President Donald Trump in Washington.

“You ask me if I think Putin wants peace. I think the answer is no, “Macron said, stressing that” the situation is extremely serious, not only for Ukraine but also for Europe. “

The French president stressed that the goal of the European partners is “a strong and constant peace for Ukraine” and reiterated that “we want the territorial integrity of Ukraine to be respected”.

The French president also pointed out that the goal of Monday’s talks in Washington, between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Voludimir Zelenski, is to present a single front between Ukraine and its European allies.

“If we show weakness today towards Russia, we are laying the ground for future conflicts,” Macron said.

In this climate, Emmanuel Macron stressed that Europe must show power and determination.

“If Europe wants to be free and independent, they must be afraid and strong. If we are weak today, we will pay a heavy price tomorrow, “he warned.

Referring to Ukraine, he noted that “no country can accept land loss unless it has clear security guarantees for its other territories.”

Macron stressed that Ukraine “must be represented in any conversations about its future”, stressing that the form of the Ukrainian army is “the first pillar in any security guarantees”.

He noted that Monday’s goal is to present “a single front between Ukraine and its European allies”, while also stressing the need for a “new diplomatic phase in Ukraine”, clarifying that “Europe must be at the table when it comes to European affairs”.

Concluding, he noted that in order to have a “constant peace agreement on Ukraine, the country needs a strong army”.