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No troops for Ukraine war
French President Emmanuel Macron speaks during a press conference at the Elysee Palace in Paris, Monday, Feb. 26, 2024
THE world took a step closer to global war this week with President Emmanuel Macron’s public speculation about deploying Nato forces to fight Russia in Ukraine.
The French leader made it clear that there was, unsurprisingly, no consensus or agreement on the matter. But even raising the possibility is deeply dangerous and irresponsible.
Nato has been giving Ukraine full backing throughout the conflict, in terms of armaments, economic aid and diplomatic support. Special forces, including British, have been deployed near combat zones.
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