French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot warned during a visit to Kyiv on Oct. 19 that a Russian victory over Ukraine would bring “chaos” to the international system. Barrot’s comments came as Russian forces continued their offensive in Ukraine’s east, including the capture of the key town of Vuhledar in early October. Barrot’s visit was intended to reaffirm France’s strong support for Ukraine following President Volodymyr Zelensky’s unveiling of his victory plan to defeat Russia. The plan includes a call for increased Western military support. “A Russian victory would consecrate the law of th…