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The head of the French Ministry of Defense called for preparations for a clash with Russia

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French Defense Minister Catherine Vautrin said the country needs to prepare for a major clash with Russia while simultaneously fulfilling current tasks.
She accused Moscow of building up arms and hostile actions against EU countries, as well as trying to impose a harmful security organization on Europe.

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The statement was made in the context of a discussion of France's 2027 defense budget before the National Assembly's defense committee.

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France must prepare for a “major clash” with Russia. This call was made by the head of the country’s Ministry of Defense, Catherine Vautrin, during a speech before the Defense Committee of the National Assembly on the issue of the defense budget for 2027. Her words are quoted by the newspaper Le Monde.

“Our armed forces must prepare for a major conflict while, of course, continuing to carry out the tasks that the country sets for them every day,” Vautrin said.

The minister noted that Moscow allegedly wants to impose a “new security organization” on Europe, which will be “harmful.” She added that Russia is increasing arms production and “multiplying hostile actions” against European Union (EU) countries.

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France to increase defense spending as part of its 2027 budget
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Discussion on reforming European security will intensify in EU countries
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Open Questions

What specific measures is France planning to prepare for a possible clash?
How will Russia officially respond to accusations of arms buildup and hostilities?
Which EU countries support France's position on security?