France Considers Ceasefire In Ukraine Necessary To Enable Peace Talks
France supports all steps that could bring a ceasefire in Ukraine closer and create conditions for resuming negotiations on a just and lasting peace. UATV English reports that this was stated by France's Permanent Representative to the UN, Jérôme Bonnafont, at a press briefing marking the start of his country's presidency of the Security Council. Responding to an Ukrinform question on whether…
France backs any measures that could bring a ceasefire in Ukraine closer and pave the way for restarting negotiations on a fair and enduring peace, according to Jérôme Bonnafont, France's Permanent Representative to the UN. Addressing a press conference marking the beginning of France's term as the Security Council's president, Bonnafont reiterated the importance of a ceasefire, citing both humanitarian and political necessities.
This ceasefire is essential to enable the resumption of discussions on the terms of a just and lasting peace, Bonnafont explained. He reiterated France's commitment to supporting Ukraine's security and territorial integrity, emphasizing that the peace process must respect these principles. France also supports Ukraine within the Coalition of the Willing and the EU, as well as through bilateral channels.
The presidency of the UN Security Council rotates monthly, with Denmark having held it in August, Greece in October, and Latvia in November. The high-level week of the 81st UN General Assembly, featuring heads of state and government from around the world, will be held in New York from September 18-28.
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