Macron and Starmer Strengthen Franco-British Ties

French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, in a Paris meeting, pledged to deepen ties in defense, security, migration, and energy. They also called for an immediate Middle East ceasefire and emphasized continued support for Ukraine's defense.

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday pledged to deepen ties with Great Britain over defense and security, as well as migration and energy, following a meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Paris.

Both leaders also discussed the need to de-escalate the situation in the Middle East, reiterating their call for an immediate ceasefire, and agreed it was essential to keep supporting Ukraine to guarantee the defense and security of the country and of the continent as a whole.

(With inputs from agencies.)