Le Pen vows to cut EU budget, block Ukraine funding if elected

Marine Le Pen has confirmed her intent to initiate a 'trial of strength' with the EU, aiming for radical changes to the bloc's powers and budget, and explicitly stating France would not support EU funding for Ukraine under her leadership. While she attempts to project pragmatism, her ability to enact such changes remains uncertain, contingent on her electoral success and political leverage. This represents a potential significant shift in French-EU relations and European integration dynamics.