"I think that #Ukraine will win" according to French foreign minister Le Drian during a television interview yesterday. A short 𧡠on his remarks: 
"France provides military equipment to Ukraine, in number and quality," but will not give details. "We know the practice of the Russians on these matters, especially in Syria, and it would be absurd to give details that would help the π·πΊ army to organize itself accordingly."
"A no-fly-zone would mean that the Ukrainian sky would be protected against Russian aircrafts. To do this, we would need aircrafts to ensure this security. In this case, we would be co-belligerents" according to the French minister explaining why a no-fly-zone is not an option.
"Unfortunately, we are entering into a logic of sieges in Mariupol, Odessa or Kyiv. We already have the experience of Grozny and Aleppo, and it will happen again."
"Moldova is a fragile country in this context. The refugees it hosts already represent 10% of its population. The siege of Odessa would lead to an even greater flow of refugees. Moldova will have to be helped very significantly."
"I think Ukraine will win. Because Russia is completely isolated. Because we have taken considerable sanctions. The price for this war is going to become unbearable. President Putin is going to be faced with the choice between accepting that price or opening negotiations."
Full interview:
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