"Ukraine's Lowered Conscription Age Sparks Tensions in Rare Russia-France Phone Call"
TL;DR
French President Emmanuel Macron criticized Russia's "bizarre and threatening" tone during a rare phone call between the defense ministers of both countries. The call comes amid heightened tensions between Russia and the West over Ukraine and other issues. Macron's denouncement highlights the strained relations between the two countries and the escalating rhetoric in international diplomacy.
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- Macron Denounces Russia's Bizarre and Threatening Tone in Rare Phone Call between Defence Ministers Daily Kos
- Ukraine lowers its conscription age to 25 to replenish its beleaguered troops The Associated Press
- Ukraine war briefing: Russia warns France against deploying troops to Ukraine The Guardian
- Russia and France Hold Rare Talks Over Phone on War in Ukraine Bloomberg
- The 'menacing' call with Russia that's turning into a diplomatic headache for France POLITICO Europe
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