It is reported by TASS.

“We are joining NATO. But I learned about the intention of the United States to withdraw its troops from tweets. And, as I understand it, the country of NATO (Turkey. - RT ) decided to attack the one who was the regional partner of the international coalition in the fight against the Islamic State group *, he said.

Macron noted that he considers what happened in recent days as a gross mistake of the alliance in the region.

“You need a clear approach to the situation. In my opinion, this makes us wonder about the functioning of NATO, ”the president added.

Earlier, former US Vice President Joe Biden predicted the disappearance of NATO in the event of the re-election of Donald Trump to the post of President of the United States in 2020.

More on the topic - in the material RT.

* “Islamic State” (IG) - the organization was recognized as terrorist by decision of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation of December 29, 2014.