Kremlin Accuses Macron of Provoking European Tensions

The Kremlin has accused French President Emmanuel Macron of escalating tensions in Europe through provocative statements about Ukraine. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov noted Macron's unwavering support for Kyiv and France's willingness to provide Mirage 2000 warplanes to Ukraine, further increasing European tensions.

The Kremlin on Friday accused French President Emmanuel Macron of fuelling tensions across Europe with what it called his highly provocative statements on Ukraine, the state RIA news agency reported.

RIA cited Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov as saying that Macron had declared his absolute support for Kyiv and his readiness for direct French involvement in the Ukraine conflict.

Macron on Thursday said that Paris planned to provide Mirage 2000 warplanes to Ukraine.