France invites Ukraine coalition states to Bastille Day celebrations
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PARIS, May 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – France has invited European states in Ukraine’s “coalition of the willing” to attend its July 14 Bastille Day celebrations, Reuters reported, citing an official invitation.
The 2026 commemorations will be held under the theme “European strategic awakening,” at a time of heightened transatlantic tensions and continued war in Ukraine.
The coalition, led by France and Britain, is focused on security guarantees for Kyiv in the event of a ceasefire with Russia.
This year’s military parade will be President Emmanuel Macron’s last before leaving office and is expected to underline political support for Ukraine.
The coalition has been under French command since November 2025 and is due to pass to British command in July.
About 25 countries have committed to a future multinational force for Ukraine, which could include deployments on Ukrainian territory in the event of a ceasefire.
