French president Emmanuel Macron said his country and Germany were in close contact in their unwavering support for Ukraine and will continue to work towards a 30-day ceasefire.
Macron stated this on Wednesday while speaking alongside new German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the Elysee Palace.
“There is only one question that needs to be answered: is Russia ready for a ceasefire lasting at least 30 days in order to be able to build a solid and lasting ceasefire? Will the Russian president be, at last, true to his word, in particular the one given during talks with the U.S. administration?”; Macron said.
On his part, Merz said he was hopeful that a permanent ceasefire could be agreed soon for Ukraine but held back on making any commitments for Ukraine’s security.
“We will be there to accompany this 30-day cease fire and build a lasting and solid peace. And we (France and Germany) are in close contact,”; Macron added.
