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French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs visits Kyiv. His First Stop—Bombed Civilian Site

Jul 21, 2025 14:40

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Authors: Cyril Barabaltchouk
News Writer

Damaged entrance to the Lukyanivska metro station on July 21, 2025 in Kyiv, Ukraine. Several districts of the capital were damaged as a result of the Russian attack. (Source: Barrot’s official X account)

Ukraine endures yet another night of terror, as Russia launches 426 drones and 24 missiles, leaving civilian casualties in its wake. The bombardment targeted residential areas, resulting in multiple deaths and injuries on July 21.

Jean-Noël Barrot, French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, arrived in Kyiv as the guest of honor at the Ambassador’s Conference, Ukrainian Embassy in France reported in a post on X.

His first stop was a bombed site in the capital, stressing the severe impact of Russia’s attacks.

“I am in Kyiv to participate in the Ambassador’s Conference and reaffirm, on behalf of France, our unwavering support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and freedom of the Ukrainian people,” Barrot said in his post on X.

Je me rends à Kyiv. Je participerai à la conférence des ambassadeurs et réaffirmerai, au nom de la France, notre soutien indéfectible à la souveraineté, l’intégrité territoriale et la liberté du peuple Ukrainien.

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— Jean-Noël Barrot (@jnbarrot) July 21, 2025

The airstrikes hit four districts of Kyiv, damaging metro stations, shops, kindergartens, and schools—civilians bore the brunt of the Kremlin’s deadly aggression, French Minister stated. As the violence continues, Ukraine is urgently calling for stronger air defense systems to protect its citizens.

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In response to Russia’s escalating attacks, Barrot emphasized that Europe would continue to increase pressure on Vladimir Putin. “As Europeans, we will continue to escalate pressure on Vladimir Putin,” Barrot stated in a post on X.

Ukraine’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha had mentioned Barrot’s visit to Kyiv.

“Will be glad to welcome you in Ukraine, … as our guest of honour at this year’s Ambassadors Conference. This is a recognition of your personal commitment and France’s leadership. Together, we are working to restore peace, security, and justice,” Ukrainian Minister stated in his post on X.

Earlier, it was reported that France expands Mirage jet training, ramps up air defense aid for Ukraine.