Emmanuel Macron kisses Princess Kate’s hand as he arrives in UK for state visit Watch as Emmanuel Macron kisses Princess Kate’s hand after arriving in the UK for his three-day state visit. The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025
Bayeux Tapestry to return to England for first time in more than 900 years The tapestry is expected to arrive in the UK to the British Museum next year on loan from France. The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025
Iconic Bayeux Tapestry To Be Loaned To Britain: French President France will loan the 11th century Bayeux Tapestry to the British Museum from September 2026 to June 2027, French President Emmanuel Macron told media at the start of his state visit to the UK Tuesday. International Business Times · Jul 8, 2025
Emmanuel Macron's state visit explained: Why is he visiting the UK? This is the first time an official state visit of this nature has taken place post-Brexit. Today is the first day in a three-day visit that is set to take place at Windsor Castle. But what exactly is Macron hoping to get out of this? Evening Standard · Jul 8, 2025
OPINION - Why do migrants want to cross the Channel? Blame Britain, not France What really stands out about Macron’s State Visit to the UK is that the agenda reflects that of the landmark UK-France summit, held in early 2023. After more than two-and-a-half years and a change in government, Britain’s core interests with France have remained constant: energy, defence and – crucially –… Evening Standard · Jul 8, 2025
Pomp, pageantry and politesse greet French president Macron in display of British royals’ soft power The French Tricolor and Britain’s Union flag hang from the standards near Windsor Castle The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025
Danish PM scolds fellow EU leaders for forgetting fight against climate change Some EU leaders are "starting to forget that fighting climate change should be one of our top priorities", Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said. Euronews · Jul 8, 2025
France's Macron Kicks Off 'Historic' UK State Visit French President Emmanuel Macron received a warm and pomp-filled welcome Tuesday from King Charles III as he began a three-day state visit to Britain, the first by an EU head of state since Brexit. International Business Times · Jul 8, 2025
‘Now Brexit is behind us’: what’s at stake as Macron makes state visit to the UK? Future of £100bn UK-France trade relationship in focus amid attempt to show unity in face of Trump tariffs The Guardian - UK · Jul 8, 2025
Reform hit out at Macron 'snub' despite limited parliamentary presence REFORM UK have criticised French President Emmanuel Macron for declining to meet Nigel Farage during his state visit to the UK The National (Scotland) · Jul 8, 2025
Bayeux Tapestry to be loaned to the UK for first time The work depicts the Norman conquest of England in 1066 and is one of the most precious pieces of medieval art The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025
King and Queen roll out red carpet for the Macrons during French state visit Charles and Camilla welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte to Windsor, alongside the Prince and Princess of Wales. Evening Standard · Jul 8, 2025
French state visit fashion: Princess of Wales wears Givenchy to her first state banquet in two years The Princess of Wales is offering lessons in sartortial diplomacy with her French-themed outfits while Victoria Starmer has opted for florals Evening Standard · Jul 8, 2025
William and Kate greet Emmanuel Macron at start of his state visit to UK The Prince and Princess of Wales travelled to RAF Northolt in west London to welcome the Macrons. The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025
The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025 Watch: Macron’s state visit to UK begins with royal welcome Watch as Emmanuel Macron began a state visit to the UK on Tuesday, 8 July, with the French president meeting Sir Keir Starmer and King Charles III as part of his three-day trip.
Evening Standard · Jul 8, 2025 King Charles welcomes Emmanuel Macron to Windsor Castle for three day state visit to the UK President and First Lady were greeted at RAF Northolt by Prince William and Princess Kate
Evening Standard · Jul 8, 2025 Macron arrives in UK promising co-operation on issues including migration French president Emmanuel Macron said talks with the UK would also cover defence, security and nuclear energy.
The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025 King to underscore French and British bond in face of ‘complex threats’ IN FULL
Radio France Internationale · Jul 8, 2025 Poland’s border clampdown highlights EU tensions as leaders gather in London Poland has reinstated border controls with Germany and Lithuania, marking a significant shift in the region’s approach to free movement within the Schengen Area. The decision, announced by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, comes amid growing concerns over illegal migration and follows similar measures introduced by Germany earlier this year. The…
The Guardian - UK · Jul 8, 2025 Macron will enjoy his royal welcome. But the Franco-British relationship remains a love-hate affair The French leader will never agree to special EU concessions for the UK despite its strategic importance to Europe, says Paul Taylor of the European Policy Centre
The Guardian - UK · Jul 8, 2025 Macron tells UK parliament that Europe must end its dependency on the US and China – as it happened The French president is addressing parliament on the first day of his state visit to the UK
The Guardian - UK · Jul 8, 2025 UK government backs French police immobilising small boats, minister says Heidi Alexander says new tactic of slashing people smugglers’ boats will discourage dangerous journeys
The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025 British Museum to close on key day in summer – but it won’t say why Exclusive: Speculation that the closure is related to French president Emmanuel Macron’s state visit as 18,000 visitors face disappointment
Euronews · Jul 8, 2025 France's Macron visits UK with migration, Ukraine topping the agenda The French leader is set to arrive in Britain on Tuesday for a three-day state visit blending political talks and royal ceremony.
Radio France Internationale · Jul 8, 2025 Macron to co-chair Ukraine talks while in UK for state visit Emmanuel Macron is expected for a three-day state visit in the UK starting Tuesday, when he will address parliament. The French president will also co-chair a summit with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and European leaders to discuss boosting Ukraine's defences.