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French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday addressed the British parliament during a state visit, telling lawmakers that France and the UK need to work together to protect the world order established after World War II.

Issued on: 08/07/2025 - 16:43

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French President Emmanuel Macron speaks in UK parliament. French President Emmanuel Macron speaks in UK parliament. © FRANCE 24 screengrab

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President Emmanuel Macron said Tuesday that France and Britain must “work together” to protect the post-1945 “international order” while stating that European countries will “never abandon Ukraine” in its war with Russia.

Addressing the UK parliament at the outset of his three-day visit, Macron also demanded an unconditional ceasefire in Gaza during a wide-ranging speech that touched on various other issues including irregular migration across the Channel.

(FRANCE 24 with AFP)

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