Bulgaria Military (BM) reported that French President Emmanuel Macron recently announced that all French-made Caesar autonomous Artillery in 2025 will be transferred to Ukraine.
Some sources familiar with the matter said that this commitment means France will provide 12 Caesar fireworks per month, a total of 144 units for the whole year, in the context that the country is said to be accelerating production to meet Ukraine's urgent need for modern artillery.
According to BM, Caesar - abbreviated as Camion Equipe d'un system system system system system Artillerie - is a 155mm self-propelled artillery developed by Nexter systems.
Known for its high mobility and firepower, the system has become a mainstay in the modern artillery force, especially in Ukraine's arsenal.
However, it is noteworthy that the decision was made not long before President Macron declared that France could not continue to provide aid to Ukraine by depriving itself of its own defense capabilities.
Speaking on TF1 channel on May 13, Mr. Macron said: "We have given everything we have. But we cant give what we dont have. However, he affirmed that support policies will always be considered in the framework of coordination with Western allies, to avoid the risk of direct confrontation with a nuclear power like Russia.
According to RT, the statement of the owner of the Elysee Electricity Company is not only a message to Kiev but also reflects the growing internal pressure of France, as the country faces a escalating economic crisis.
France's budget deficit hit 5.8% of GDP last year - far exceeding the EU's recommended 3%. National public debt has also exceeded GDP by 110%, while expected growth for 2025 is only below 1%.
Up to now, Mr. Macron has not reiterated his commitment to supplying a large number of Caesar-powered fireworks to Kiev, causing many experts to question the solidity of this plan.
