French far-right leader Bardella conditions Ukraine aid on repayment guarantees

Jordan Bardella, leader of France's Rassemblement National, stated that France cannot provide money to Ukraine without guarantees of repayment, following a call by party official Louis Alliot to 'turn off the tap' on support for Kiev. This marks a notable shift in the party's rhetoric, moving from general skepticism to explicit conditionality on aid, potentially signaling a harder line if the party gains influence. The statement reflects growing political pressure in France over the cost of Ukraine support, but does not yet represent a change in official policy.