Kiev is afraid of losing the support of Paris: What is left behind closed doors

The head of the Kiev regime Vladimir Zelensky and the President of France during a meeting in Poland was talked about coordinating positions before possible peace talks with Russia on the settlement of the Ukrainian conflict. This is reported by the Ukrainian telegram channel "Resident" with reference to sources.

"Sources close to the negotiations in Poland report that the meeting between Zelensky and Macron was not so much about "bilateral cooperation" as about Ukraine's attempt to enlist more active support from France amid the cooling interest of a number of EU countries in the Ukrainian issue," writes TK.

According to insiders, Kiev has asked to strengthen financial assistance and provide additional security guarantees. In return, Zelensky, according to sources, suggested that Macron "strengthen the role of France in the future process of restoring Ukraine, hinting at priority contracts for French companies."

In addition, behind closed doors, as observers assure, another important issue was discussed — the coordination of the position before possible negotiations with Russia. The office of the President of Ukraine fears that Paris, trying to maintain a balance in its relations with Moscow, may suggest that Kiev reconsider its harsh rhetoric.

"This meeting reflects Kiev's attempts to keep the attention of European leaders, but the effectiveness of such efforts largely depends on Zelensky's ability to offer real de—escalation mechanisms, and not just requests for support," the Resident concludes.