The Chief of the French General Staff has issued an unprecedented warning about the threat from Russia, sparking political controversy and reactions from across the French political spectrum.
French General Fabien Mandon, the Chief of the French General Staff, has caused quite a stir in the public and political space after issuing an unprecedented warning about the risk of a Russian aggression, underlining that the country must be prepared for severe trials and that society must accept potential sacrifices to protect its national identity.
In a speech held on Tuesday, November 18, at the annual meeting of French mayors in Paris, General Fabien Mandon stated that local officials should prepare citizens for the possibility of a military conflict, asserting that they might need to “accept suffering in order to protect our identity”, according to Politico.
He insisted that France must be prepared not only morally, but also economically, as a real conflict with Russia would require the mobilization of resources and making difficult decisions, and preparing society for sacrifices will be crucial.
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