https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/french-far-right-leader-marine-le-pen-threatens-to-cut-support-for-ukraine-if-electedContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/french-far-right-leader-marine-le-pen-threatens-to-cut-support-for-ukraine-if-electedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/french-far-right-leader-marine-le-pen-threatens-to-cut-support-for-ukraine-if-elected#u132387Sun, 18 Oct 2026 15:55:49 +0000French far-right leader Marine Le Pen threatened to cut financial and military support for Ukraine, stating that France can no longer finance the war. During a trip to Brussels, Le Pen criticized the European Commission and promised a trial of strength with the European Union if she wins the presidency. She also vowed to downsize the EU and slammed efforts to lock in the EU budget before the 2027 elections. Ukrainian leadership responded to the pledge by emphasizing mutual contributions.Why it mattersLe Pen is positioning herself as a presidential frontrunner by challenging Brussels and Europe