EU reportedly not open to UK returns agreement to fix the small boats crisis Prime Minister Rishi Sunak sees a returns deal as part of a wider effort to prevent dangerous migrant Channel crossings. The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2023
King and Queen’s state visit to France ‘set to take place in September’ French ministerial sources have said that Charles and Camilla will visit Paris in September Evening Standard · Aug 14, 2023
The Matildas’ win had an entire country holding its breath – now comes the real test for Australians From tiny regional towns to the heart of Sydney, fans leapt to their feet in a moment that may have changed Australia as a nation The Guardian - AU · Aug 13, 2023
French judges slap down government ban on climate activist group French judges on Friday gave the all clear for an environmental action group to continue its activities after the government banned it for encouraging sabotage and damage to property. Radio France Internationale · Aug 11, 2023
Western donors face fire of Amazon nations at Brazil summit Donors from industrialised nations were under pressure on Wednesday at a top level conference on the Amazon to do more to help preserve the world's largest rainforest. Radio France Internationale · Aug 9, 2023
Niger coup: is this the end of French influence in Africa? France’s historic influence in West Africa could finally be coming to an end after a succession of coups culminating in last week’s military takeover in Niger. The Week · Aug 8, 2023
Could nickel reserves be the key to independence for New Caledonia? The South Pacific French territory of New Caledonia is a major producer of nickel, a metal that is increasingly in demand around the world to make electric car batteries. The precious resource is at the heart of a political and economic tug of war between indigenous, pro-independence groups and the… Radio France Internationale · Aug 5, 2023
The Niger crisis shows France’s quasi-empire in Africa is finally crumbling A rejection of France in its former colonies in Africa – and the embrace of other powers including Russia and China – is growing. Who benefits from all this remains to be seen, says French-Algerian journalist Nabila Ramdani The Guardian - UK · Aug 5, 2023
France may soon overtake Russia as the world’s No. 2 arms exporter Reports of new deals to sell French arms to India and Qatar are just the latest sign that France’s defence industry is gaining pace. The news comes as Russian arms exports decline in the wake of the war in Ukraine, leading to speculation that France could soon take its place… France 24 · Aug 2, 2023
Burkina Faso, Mali say military intervention in Niger would be 'declaration of war' Junta-led Burkina Faso and Mali warned Monday that any military intervention in Niger to restore deposed President Mohamed Bazoum would be considered a "declaration of war" against their two countries. France 24 · Aug 1, 2023
EU, France condemn anti-French protests in Niger following coup The European Union and France have condemned violence against its diplomatic mission in Niger and pledged to react strongly to any attack on its nationals or interests, as anti-French protests took place outside the French Embassy in Niamey on Sunday following last week's military coup. Radio France Internationale · Jul 30, 2023
A rebounding Pope Francis adds an overnight visit to France to his busy travel schedule The Vatican says Pope Francis will make a two-day trip to Marseille, France, in late September The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2023
French President Macron visits his counterpart in Sri Lanka French President Emmanuel Macron is visiting his Sri Lankan counterpart in the first visit by a French leader to the Indian Ocean island nation The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2023
Niger coup: US offers ‘unflagging’ support to ousted leader as sanctions threatened UN, US and France all call for a return to order after Gen Abdourahamane Tchiani declares himself the new head of state The Guardian - AU · Jul 29, 2023
The Guardian - AU · Jul 29, 2023 Pacific pulling power: western leaders rush to region in effort to counter China Week of visits by Emmanuel Macron, Antony Blinken and Lloyd Austin underlines concerns over Beijing’s growing influence
The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2023 Niger coup: Abdourahamane Tchiani declares himself ruler – but France warns of sanctions Emmanuel Macron says France won’t recognise leaders of ‘dangerous’ coup
Radio France Internationale · Jul 28, 2023 Head of presidential guard declares himself Niger's new leader after coup Officers in Niger declared the commander of the presidential guard, General Abdourahamane Tiani, the head of a new military government on Friday, two days after the unit seized elected President Mohamed Bazoum in a coup d'etat.
Radio France Internationale · Jul 28, 2023 France's Macron announces initiative to preserve primary forests of Papua New Guinea French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Friday a partnership to "remunerate" Papua New Guinea for its efforts to preserve the primary forest. The first of its kind, the deal is an environmental model that France wants to see reproduced elsewhere.
France 24 · Jul 28, 2023 Macron walks tightrope as French police protest challenges rule of law French President Emmanuel Macron has declined to condemn the country’s top police chiefs for appearing to suggest officers were above the law, seeking to stave off unrest among security forces wearied by repeated bouts of street violence. Critics, however, lament a missed opportunity to reassert the state’s authority over an…
France 24 · Jul 28, 2023 Niger's General Abdourahamane Tchiani declares himself leader after coup General Abdourahamane Tchiani is the new leader of Niger following a military takeover, state television reported Friday, two days after the country’s President Mohamed Bazoum was detained by members of his own guard.
Reason · Jul 28, 2023 E.U. Law Threatens Free Speech, Online Groups Say The E.U.’s Digital Services Act will encourage censorship around the world and even in the U.S.
Radio France Internationale · Jul 28, 2023 France says leaders of coup in Niger still have a 'way out' French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna said there were "ways out" for coup leaders in Niger if they choose to heed international condemnation of President Mohamed Bazoum's ouster.
Al Jazeera · Jul 28, 2023 Power impasse continues in Niger, 48 hours after coup against Bazoum Two days after mutinous soldiers announced a coup against Bazoum, uncertainty remains about who is in charge.
Radio France Internationale · Jul 27, 2023 French watchdog investigates allegations of police violence during riots The IGPN, the internal disciplinary body of the French police, has opened nearly 30 investigations into the use of force during the five days of rioting that followed the deadly police shooting of 17-year-old Nahel Merzouk during a traffic stop at the end of June.
Radio France Internationale · Jul 27, 2023 Macron denounces 'new imperialism' in Pacific during Vanuatu visit French President Emmanuel Macron denounced "new imperialism" in the Pacific during a landmark visit to the region on Thursday, warning of a threat to the sovereignty of smaller states.