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Macron warns of Russia’s terror strategy against UkraineAfter a Russian double strike on a shopping centre in Kryvyi Rih, France announced plans to deliver interceptors to Ukraine.
Key FactsAug 22, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Macron said the Russian double strike on a shopping centre in Kryvyi Rih had caused a very large number of civilian casualties.
- Macron said France would support Ukraine with interceptors and urged countries with relevant capabilities to join the effort.
- Zelenskyy said the presidents agreed to accelerate deliveries of the latest French equipment and missiles and provide licences for missile production.
- Macron said they discussed preparations for a meeting of the coalition of the willing scheduled for August 24, 2026, along with peace efforts and security guarantees.
Russia seeks to break Ukraine through terror: it will not succeed. United alongside Ukraine, we will ensure that law and justice prevail over force.— Emmanuel Macron, French President, on X after the Kryvyi Rih attack
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