Macron hits back at Le Pen's Ukraine aid cut plan

French President Emmanuel Macron responded Friday to Marine Le Pen's proposal to end French financial aid to Ukraine if elected in 2027, calling it a threat to French and European security. Speaking from a European summit in Brussels, Macron defended continued aid, saying it serves France's interests and security. Le Pen, a poll favorite for the May 2027 election, said Thursday she would maintain funding for six months but then stop, citing costs of six billion euros annually. Macron also criticized Le Pen's premature campaign stance, noting the election has not occurred and urging respect for the electoral calendar. He stressed that governing remains his constitutional responsibility until then.