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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Macron Pushes for Tougher Western Pressure on Russia
Caption: Macron Pushes for Tougher Western Pressure on Russia. French President Emmanuel Macron says the next 10 days will be crucial in ramping up Western pressure on Russia - According to Le Monde. Speaking to Paris Match, Macron revealed he urged Washington to adopt a firmer stance and believes he convinced the U.S. to consider stronger threats and possible new sanctions. Macron stressed the need for a ceasefire in Ukraine, calling the next two weeks decisive. After meetings at the Vatican, he said momentum is shifting, with renewed efforts to hold Russia accountable — not just Ukraine. Macron also announced plans to sign a historic friendship treaty with Poland on May 9, strengthening European unity as tensions with Moscow rise. Meanwhile, Germany's incoming leader Friedrich Merz will visit Paris, reinforcing the continent’s support for Ukraine. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,Macron,Western pressure,Russia,Ukraine,ceasefire,sanctions,Washington,Le Monde,Paris Match,Vatican,Poland,friendship treaty,European unity,Germany,Friedrich Merz,Paris,Moscow
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