Macron urges Europe to resist the ‘return of nationalisms’
Video. French President Emmanuel Macron has called on Europe to rediscover the “courage” of its founders and resist what he described as a return to nationalisms. He was speaking in Metz during a meeting on European integration and peace attended by Pope Leo XIV.
Updated: 28/09/2026 - 14:01 GMT+2
French President Emmanuel Macron has called on Europe to resist what he described as a “return of nationalisms” and to rediscover the courage of its founding fathers.
Speaking in Metz during Pope Leo XIV’s visit to France, Macron said Europe should remain a force for peace, independence and democracy.
He also warned against Europe turning inward and hatred of others, urging Europeans to defend a united and democratic Europe. The meeting focused on European integration and peace.
