France showcases 500 pro-Ukraine troops at Bastille Day

In France on 14 July 2026, Bastille Day, the country held its largest military parade under Macron, with a focus on Ukraine and a show of unity with allies. Reuters wrote that France showcased 500 pro-Ukraine troops, and El Mundo wrote that Macron reviewed soldiers from 35 countries.

In Ukraine, the UN reported that June was the worst month for civilians since 2022, and CNN wrote that Russian attacks made June the deadliest month for Ukraine’s civilians since 2022. Ukraine downed five Russian ballistic missiles as Kyiv looks to boost its air defenses, and Russian strikes hit Ukrainian drone and missile production sites, according to Russia’s Ministry of Defence.