Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, stated firmly that Russia's multilateral attacks on European countries will not go unanswered. He further emphasized the importance of diplomacy and mentioned his country's efforts to collaborate with Iraq and Jordan in constructing a gas and oil pipeline.
Europe's Response to Russia's Attacks
Macron elaborated on the current situation regarding security and energy in Europe in a speech, asserting that European countries will remain united against Russian threats. He added: "Russia's attacks must be met with a decisive response from us, and we will not allow these threats to undermine our security." The President of France stressed that this response should not only be military but should also be effectively pursued in economic and diplomatic fields. Macron stated: "We must ensure the continuity of our cooperation with each other to support our common interests."
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Energy Cooperation with Iraq and Jordan
Macron also referred to joint energy projects, saying: "We are closely cooperating with Iraq and Jordan to construct a gas and oil pipeline that can help supply energy to Europe. This project will not only enhance energy security but will also lead to the establishment of more sustainable relations with regional countries." This pipeline, considered a strategic solution for Europe, could help reduce dependence on Russian energy sources. Macron emphasized the importance of this project, adding: "We must continue to diversify our energy sources and utilize all available capacities in this regard."
According to Macron, diplomacy and international cooperation are the keys to success in this path. He expressed hope that with the cooperation of friendly countries, a sustainable solution to current crises could be achieved and Europe's energy security secured.
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