French President Emmanuel Macron has stated that it is now evident Russia is opting to continue the war despite proposals put forward by US President Donald Trump.

Source: Macron on X (Twitter), as reported by European Pravda

Details: "This morning, two Russian missiles struck the heart of the city of Sumy in Ukraine, causing numerous civilian casualties, including children once again," he noted

Macron added that everyone knows that only Russia wanted this war.

"And today, it is clear that Russia alone chooses to continue it – with blatant disregard for human lives, international law, and the diplomatic efforts of President Trump," the French president stressed.

He noted that decisive measures are needed to compel Russia to cease fire and that France is working tirelessly with its partners to achieve this goal.

Background: 

• On the morning of 13 April, the Russian missile attack on the centre of Sumy killed at least 32 people, including 2 children. More than 80 people have been injured.
• Following the Russian missile strike on Sumy, Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda said that only force can compel Russia to stop its war of aggression.
• Following the Russian ballistic missile strike on Sumy on Sunday, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for a tough response from Ukraine’s partners, particularly the United States and Europe.

Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon !