During an interview on May 12, 2026, with FRANCE 24, RFI, and TV5Monde, President Emmanuel Macron addressed France's military strategies in the Sahel countries.
Macron emphasized the importance of engaging in timely dialogue regarding military presence, indicating that such discussions should have taken place sooner.
He implied that a reevaluation of France's military role in the region was necessary, reflecting on the complexities of the situation.