"Macron Urges Europe to Prepare for War in Pursuit of Peace"

French President Emmanuel Macron stated that Europe must be prepared for war if it desires peace, emphasizing the threat posed by Russia and the need for a strong response to the conflict in Ukraine. Macron's comments have sparked controversy, with some leaders distancing themselves from his suggestion of potential ground troop deployment in Ukraine. He stressed the importance of not showing weakness to the Kremlin and called for stronger support for Ukraine from allies. Additionally, Macron expressed hope for future peace negotiations with a different Russian leader and dismissed Russia's claim that he cancelled a planned visit to Ukraine for security reasons.