France's Bastille Day Parade Features European Military Support for Ukraine

France’s annual Bastille Day parade on July 14 will include aircraft from 11 European nations and roughly 500 troops from the Coalition of the Willing, who have pledged assistance for Ukraine’s post‑war security. The display is intended as a visible sign of solidarity with Kyiv amid ongoing tensions in the region. The parade will also serve as President Emmanuel Macron’s final Bastille Day celebration in office, marking the end of his tenure.

The event will feature a coordinated fly‑past of military aircraft, followed by a ground procession that highlights the multinational commitment to Ukraine. The presence of the Coalition troops underscores France’s role in coordinating international support for the country’s reconstruction and defense. The parade is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. Paris time and will be broadcast live on FRANCE 24.

Viewers can watch the proceedings on FRANCE 24’s live player, which will stream the full parade from the start time. The ceremony is expected to draw attention both domestically and abroad, reinforcing France’s leadership in European security and its ongoing partnership with Ukraine.