There cannot be prosperity without security.

Symbols mean a lot in politics. They indicate a will and create new realities.

The transatlantic relationship is vital for both our countries: France will remain a reliable ally of the United States. Nevertheless, ally does not mean aligned.

We have chased away the clouds, the sky is all 'rose.'

It will be very important for us to continue to keep up the necessary pressure, the necessary vigilance, for there to be peace in Ukraine, our trust in the goodwill of President (Vladimir) Putin is limited. It is why we have to maintain our decision about sanctions.

My obligation, if I become president, is to give another direction to Europe than the one that is being forced upon us today.

Europe needs an engine, and the Franco-German motor has provided that when the two nations have converged on important topics during critical periods. But that partnership shouldn't be a directorate for other EU members.