Paris Slams NATO, Calls For Frexit: Macron Faces Massive Protest Over War Policies
/ Jun 30, 2025, 01:43PM IST
Hundreds gathered in Paris to protest NATO, EU militarization, and France's support for Ukraine, in a demonstration led by right-wing politician Florian Philippot. The rally condemned French President Emmanuel Macron's military policies and called for France to exit both NATO and the European Union. Protesters held signs reading 'Frexit is another name for peace' and chanted against sending aid or troops to Ukraine. Philippot also praised Russian President Vladimir Putin's call for renewed peace talks, criticizing the West's aggressive stance as dangerous and unnecessary. The demonstration reflects rising discontent in France over foreign entanglements and military spending.#ParisProtest #FranceNews #Frexit #NoToNATO #StopTheWar #PeaceNotWar #NATOWatch #UkraineConflict #EndMilitarization #FranceForPeace #MacronProtests #NATOCriticism
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