It is reported by TASS.
“I am not ashamed of them at all (words. - RT ), because they allowed us to launch discussions that were absolutely necessary,” Macron said upon arrival at the meeting of the heads of state and government of NATO countries.
The president also noted the need to eliminate differences in the alliance, begin strategic discussions and clarify how to "counter international terrorism together."
Earlier, French Defense Minister Florence Parley called Macron’s statement on NATO’s "brain death" a desire to encourage the alliance to debate.
In early November, Macron stated at NATO "brain death." In his opinion, Europe should begin to think of itself as an independent geopolitical force.
As the president explained, his statement was a useful signal for the alliance.