Sunday, October 16, 2022

France Commits More Aid To Ukraine

 

SKY News: President Emmanuel Macron welcomes 2,000 Ukrainian soldiers to be trained on French soil and commits further aid 

France has backflipped on a choice to stay “balanced” during the war in Ukraine as the Albanese government mulls over the decision to send Australian troops to Europe. 

French President Emmanuel Macron has changed his stance and backed a proposal to train Ukrainian soldiers in France as calls mount for Australia to deploy troops to Europe.

The French government confirmed it has coached 40 Ukrainian soldiers since February, predominantly providing education on how to use French Caesar self-propelled guns. 

In contrast, as of June neighbouring ally UK has trained nearly 5,000 Ukrainian early recruits under its Operation Interflex program.  

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WNU Editor: This is just a fraction of what Ukraine really needs. 

 France Commits More Aid To Ukraine  

France ramps up war support for Ukraine, rebuilds armories -- AP  

EU to announce Ukraine training mission, $500 million for weapons -- FOX News  

France to train up to 2,000 Ukrainian soldiers, defence minister says -- CNA News  

France to supply Crotale air defense systems to Ukraine -- New Voice Of Ukraine

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