Macron announces the sending of new missiles to Ukraine after a deadly bombing

Published on August 22, 2026 1 minute read

Emmanuel Macron announced on Friday via his social media account the dispatch of new interceptor missiles to Ukraine. This decision comes the day after a particularly deadly Russian airstrike that hit a Ukrainian shopping center, killing 16 people. The French president expressed his horror and sorrow at the attack.

A response to the humanitarian emergency

These interceptor missiles are intended to bolster the Ukrainian army's air defense capabilities. Wednesday's bombing struck a civilian location in broad daylight, a stark reminder of the ongoing violence of the conflict. France maintains its long-term military support for Kyiv.

The president's announcement on social media demonstrates a swift response to events on the ground. Ukrainian authorities have been demanding more protective systems for months in response to Russian airstrikes that regularly target civilian infrastructure. Delivery of this equipment is expected in the coming weeks.

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