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Macron Says He Discussed Ukraine-Russia Energy-Strike Moratorium With Trump

The French president said talks with Donald Trump covered proposals to halt attacks on energy infrastructure and strengthen Ukraine's defensive capabilities.

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  1. What happened
  2. Context
  3. What happens next

French President Emmanuel Macron said he discussed proposals for a moratorium on attacks against energy infrastructure in Ukraine and Russia during talks with US President Donald Trump.

What happened

Macron said the leaders also discussed the need to strengthen Ukraine's defences, including interceptor capacity. He said he planned to raise the energy issue with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.

Context

Energy infrastructure has remained a central vulnerability in the war, particularly ahead of colder months, while European governments continue to seek mechanisms that could limit damage without resolving the broader conflict.

What happens next

Any concrete proposal would require agreement on scope, monitoring and compliance. Further discussions around the UN gathering may indicate whether the idea advances beyond bilateral consultations.

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