Brief Published (Dubai time, UTC+4) · event date: 2026-10-15
Marine Le Pen announced her intention to cut aid to Ukraine after six months if elected, stating that France can no longer afford it, reports France 24 on Thursday, October 15.
This statement comes amid social tensions in France, with calls for protests on October 17 against the high cost of living. The government fears a convergence of struggles, notably with a student movement that remains active despite some weakening.