Ukraine needs 'realistic' stance on territorial issues, Macron says


French President Emmanuel Macron delivers his speech to French ambassadors posted around the world, Monday, Jan. 6, 2025 at the Elysee Palace in Paris. Aurelien Morissard/Pool via REUTERS

PARIS (Reuters) - French President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday that Ukraine needs to have a realistic position on territorial issues as part of efforts to bring about a negotiation with Russia.

Speaking at an annual conference to French ambassadors to outline their strategy for the year, Macron's comments were the first time he had suggested that Kyiv should consider a position beyond seeking to regain all territory seized by Russia.

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