France may consider donating its Leclerc heavy battle tanks to Ukraine if a request is received and such assistance is deemed appropriate. Although negotiations on this issue are not yet officially underway, the situation indicates that Paris is preparing for a possible protracted conflict.

The decision to deliver Leclerc will depend on Kyiv's current needs and the overall strategy of European military support. Tanks of this model are considered to be among the most modern in the world, equipped with powerful armor, advanced fire control systems and high maneuverability.

France's decision may be linked to growing uncertainty over the United States' continued support for Ukraine. Washington previously announced a reduction in arms supplies, which has caused concern in Kyiv and among its European allies.

There are no specific deadlines or decisions on the Leclerc tanks yet, but the very fact that the discussion is taking place shows that the West is preparing for a protracted phase of the conflict, where the supply of heavy weapons will become a key element of support for Ukraine.

The Leclerc is a French main battle tank developed by Nexter (formerly GIAT Industries) and adopted into service in 1992. It is one of the most technologically advanced tanks in the world, designed to perform maneuver warfare and battlefield defense missions.