- French President Emmanuel Macron stated he is “very sceptical” that ongoing talks would lead to an agreement to end the war in Ukraine.
- Macron stated there was “no willingness” from Russia to stop fighting, despite recent negotiations involving Ukrainian, Russian, and American officials.
- Speaking at a virtual meeting of Kyiv's allies, he called for increased support for Ukraine and criticised Hungary's opposition to the EU's €90 billion aid package.
- The meeting took place as Europe marked the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky marked the anniversary by asserting that Vladimir Putin ”has not achieved his goals” and has not broken the Ukrainian people.
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