The United States and France reaffirmed their support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine.
French President Emmanuel Macron and US President Joe Biden had a telephone conversation on February 2. The leaders of the countries discussed the situation with the buildup of Russian troops on the border with Ukraine. .
«The two leaders reaffirmed their support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine and reviewed their ongoing coordination both in diplomacy and in preparation for inflicting rapid and severe economic costs on Russia in the event of its further invasion of Ukraine», — The report said.
It is also noted that the two presidents agreed to maintain contact on this issue and consult with NATO and EU allies.
«President Biden and President Macron agreed that their teams will be in close contact, including in consultation with NATO allies and EU partners, on our coordinated and integrated approach to address these issues», — clarified at the White House.
Recall that French President Macron does not rule out a meeting with Putin because of Ukraine. He stated this before talking with Biden and noted that he was even ready to go to Russia.