Ukraine Receives Mirage And F-16 Fighter Jets From Allies Ukraine boosts air force with Mirage 2000-5 and F-16 fighter jets to counter Russian aggression. Top News · Feb 7, 2025
Macron calls Syrian leader to discuss transition, terrorism, sanctions French President Emmanuel Macron spoke to Syria’s interim leader Ahmed al-Sharaa in a phone call that covered the transition in Syria, economic sanctions and the need to continue the fight against terrorism. He also extended an invitation for al-Sharaa to visit France in the coming weeks. Radio France Internationale · Feb 6, 2025
Scientists' Conference Kicks Off Global AI Summit In Paris Global experts will debate threats from artificial intelligence (AI) at a gathering in Paris on Thursday and Friday, ahead of a summit of world leaders on the fast-moving technology. International Business Times · Feb 6, 2025
French president Macron pays tribute to 'inspirational' Aga Khan President Emmanuel Macron of France led the tributes on Wednesday to the Islamic spiritual leader, Aga Khan IV, who died in Lisbon on Tuesday night at the age of 88. Radio France Internationale · Feb 5, 2025
Keir Starmer opts not to attend international AI summit in Paris Exclusive: PM risks upsetting host Emmanuel Macron and missing chance to speak to JD Vance and Elon Musk The Guardian - UK · Feb 5, 2025
The thorny question of French retirement reform is on the table again under France's new government. Does it stand a chance? Today, the French retirement reform is an expensive system, threatening to break the economy. Fortune · Feb 5, 2025
PM Bayrou set to survive no-confidence vote, but political turmoil persists French Prime Minister François Bayrou is expected to survive a no-confidence vote in parliament this Wednesday, winning some breathing space after less than two months in office but by no means ensuring his long-term future. Radio France Internationale · Feb 5, 2025
French PM Set To Survive No Confidence Vote French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou is expected on Wednesday to survive a no-confidence vote in parliament, winning some breathing space after less than two months in office but by no means ensuring his long-term future. International Business Times · Feb 5, 2025
Troubled waters: French government under pressure over Nestlé revelations According to an investigation conducted by journalists from Le Monde and Radio France, the French government allowed food and beverage giant Nestlé to continue selling mineral water that did not comply with health regulations. President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday denied the accusations of a wide-reaching cover-up. Radio France Internationale · Feb 4, 2025
France Pitches AI Summit As 'Wake-up Call' For Europe France hosts top tech players next week at an artificial intelligence summit meant as a "wake-up call" for Europe as it struggles with AI challenges from the United States and China. International Business Times · Feb 4, 2025
Starmer becomes first UK leader to meet with EU leaders post-Brexit – will he discuss trade and Trump? Sir Keir Starmer will head to Brussels to meet with European leaders The Independent UK · Feb 3, 2025
EU will stand up for itself in face of Trump tariffs threat, Macron says French president and other leaders call for cooperation with Washington but vow a robust response if needed The Guardian - UK · Feb 3, 2025
EU Leaders Vow To Hit Back If Trump Triggers Trade War EU leaders meeting in Brussels Monday warned there would be no winners in a trade war with the United States, insisting they would hit back if President Donald Trump imposes tariffs. International Business Times · Feb 3, 2025
French PM Set To Force Budget Through Parliament French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou will Monday force through France's budget without a vote, a move set to prompt a no-confidence motion from the left that could topple his government after less than two months in office. International Business Times · Feb 3, 2025
Evening Standard · Feb 3, 2025 Macron to tell Starmer 'Brexit has failed' as PM battles for EU reset Sir Keir Starmer will urge EU leaders to bear down on Vladimir Putin’s Russia on Monday
The Guardian - UK · Feb 3, 2025 EU ready to react to ‘unnecessary and stupid’ tariffs threatened by Trump, leaders say – as it happened EU leaders signal that the bloc would be prepared to retaliate against the US if Donald Trump follows through on tariff threats
The Guardian - UK · Feb 2, 2025 Emmanuel Macron’s got a point: Why shouldn’t we charge tourists to see our treasures? The Louvre’s proposed two-tier fees are a better way to fund museums than iffy corporate sponsorship deals
Top News · Feb 1, 2025 French-Israeli Citizen Ofer Kalderon Released After 483 Days French President Macron expresses immense relief and joy over the release of Ofer Kalderon after 483 days of captivity by Hamas, promising continued effort...
The Guardian - UK · Jan 31, 2025 The Guardian view on the EU and Trump: unity is strength Editorial: The American president’s sabre-rattling over Greenland should alert member states to the need for solidarity and a reset
Radio France Internationale · Jan 31, 2025 France hands over last base in Chad but denies end to military ties French forces have withdrawn from Chad after 65 years, although France maintains that military cooperation will continue.
The Independent UK · Jan 31, 2025 Olympic favourite to return to Paris skies every summer until 2028 Los Angeles Games The cauldron balloon was one of the Paris Olympics’ most admired attractions
Al Jazeera · Jan 31, 2025 With France’s military influence in Africa gone, can it rely on soft power? The French language and a CFA currency tying 14 countries to France’s treasury continue to have big effects.
Radio France Internationale · Jan 30, 2025 Macron calls for UN action as gang violence in Haiti worsens As Haiti’s crisis deepens, marked by rampant gang violence and political instability, French President Emmanuel Macron has urged the United Nations to consider a peacekeeping mission. Macron met on Wednesday in Paris with Haiti's transitional president, Leslie Voltaire.
Top News · Jan 29, 2025 Controversy Surrounds Macron's Modern Stained-Glass Plan For Notre Dame French President Macron's proposal for modern stained-glass in Notre Dame Cathedral faces opposition from art experts and politicians, raising concerns abo...
Evening Standard · Jan 28, 2025 British tourists will pay more to visit Louvre than visitors from EU, says Macron France will launch a six-year renovation of the Louvre, increasing its capacity to 12 million visitors a year