France’s Far-Right Chief Bardella Wants Ukraine to Pay for Europe’s Help

Jordan Bardella (National Rally) said France’s unconditional support for Ukraine should shift to a more transactional relationship rather than open-ended backing. The proposal raises uncertainty around the durability of European aid policy. With no figures or policy timetable provided, the immediate market impact is likely limited but could affect sentiment around future funding and risk for defense/geopolitical exposure.