Macron, Trump discuss pathways to peace in Ukraine during phone call

French President Emmanuel Macron have held a phone talk with his US counterpart, Donald Trump, during which the two leaders discussed the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and potential pathways for its resolution.

“I spoke several times last night with President Trump. I commend his strong call for an unconditional 30-day ceasefire, as did our British and Nordic partners earlier this morning," Caliber.Az reports, citing President Macron’s message on X.

"We must all work towards this goal without delay, false pretenses, or dilatory tactics. Ukraine has already expressed its support for such a ceasefire nearly two months ago. I now expect Russia to do the same. Failing to do so, we are ready to respond firmly, together with all Europeans and in close coordination with the United States,” President Macron wrote. 

Earlier, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned Russia of potential new sanctions if it does not agree to a prolonged ceasefire and full-scale negotiations regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

By Naila Huseynova