French President Emmanuel Macron has stated that Europe remains interested in establishing a dialogue with Russia on issues of mutual interest.
According to the Operative Information Center-OMM, Macron made these remarks to journalists following his participation in the EU–Western Balkans summit held in Montenegro.
Macron noted that the European Union considers it essential to engage in discussions with Russia on a range of shared concerns, including security policy, good neighborly relations, and the protection of Ukraine's interests. "We are interested in establishing a dialogue with Russia on issues related to our common interests," the French president emphasized.
The EU-Western Balkans summit serves as a critical platform for discussing regional stability and the integration of Balkan nations into European structures. Macron's comments reflect the ongoing, complex diplomatic balancing act European leaders face as they navigate the geopolitical challenges posed by the conflict in Ukraine while addressing broader continental security architecture.
