Macron slams Russia for stepping up attacks on Ukrainian civilian infrastructure

After a conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, French President Emmanuel Macron publicly denounced Russia’s latest escalation in the war. He labeled Moscow’s choice to intensify attacks on civilian infrastructure as "irresponsible" and lamented the Kremlin’s refusal to heed cease-fire appeals. Macron warned that further escalation would be detrimental to Russia, noting that time is not on its side.

The statement coincided with Russia’s announcement that it would increase bombardments, including a fourth-day strike on a Kyiv bridge. Macron’s comments underscore growing Western frustration with Moscow’s tactics and highlight diplomatic pressure to curb attacks on non-military targets. He urged that intimidation and escalation should not succeed.