French President Emmanuel Macron reaffirmed the necessity of a strong Ukraine and a robust Atlantic Alliance during a meeting with NATO’s new Secretary General Mark Rutte in Paris. He emphasized that aiding Ukraine remains a top priority and warned against North Korea’s military escalation. Macron insisted that NATO and its allies must provide unwavering support to Ukraine, arguing that future negotiations concerning Ukraine will require Ukrainian involvement. He also underscored the importance of enhancing Europe’s security through NATO and the need for strategic autonomy in European defense spending.