Macron and Trump discuss energy truce for Ukraine and Russia
French President Emmanuel Macron met with Donald Trump in New York to discuss Russia's war against Ukraine, announcing joint efforts toward a moratorium on strikes against Ukrainian energy and civilian infrastructure. Macron said both leaders would work to protect civilians and push for serious peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine. He also announced plans to speak with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, promising G7 support for Ukraine's energy sector and air defense ahead of winter. Macron confirmed France is strengthening Ukraine's air defenses through radar supply contracts and interceptor deliveries. The "energy truce" and Black Sea attack moratorium will be key topics in upcoming negotiations. Zelensky also arrived in New York for meetings with Trump, European leaders, and US lawmakers.