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Czechs take over European Presidency from France as war rages at EU's doorstep

On 1 July France passed the baton of the EU presidency to the Czech Republic. The rotating presidency involves setting the European Union’s agenda for a period of six months, with all 27 EU member states holding that position once every thirteen and a half years.

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After submarine row, Macron tells Australian PM he wants to focus on future

French President Emmanuel Macron told new Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese he wanted to focus on the future as they try to rebuild relations badly strained by his predecessor's decision to ditch a submarine contract with Paris.

Reuters

Australia and France make 'new start' after submarine row

Australia and France have opened a “new chapter” in their relations as the new Australian prime minister seeks to heal wounds caused by a secret submarine contract that infuriated France

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EU's Takuba force quits junta-controlled Mali

The French-led Takuba task force of EU special forces has officially ceased operating in Mali, France announced Friday, ending an anti-jihadist effort launched in March 2020 that soured after two military coups overthrew the civilian government.

France 24

Inside Boris Johnson's luxury jet and boozy BBQ tour as scandal erupted back home

Boris Johnson was hurtled about by turbulence on his Airbus on an eight-day jaunt - but it was nothing compared to what waited for him when he landed last night. Ben Glaze reports from inside the PM's entourage

Daily Mirror

French cabinet reshuffle possible early next week, government spokesperson says

An expected reshuffle of the French government after President Emmanuel Macron lost his absolute majority in parliament could take place next Monday or Tuesday, the government spokesperson said on Friday.

Reuters

As NATO beefs up, France and Australia bury the hatchet

France and Australia are mending their differences following what some regard as their deepest diplomatic rift since the two countries established ties. A common history and a mutual enemy has helped the allies overcome a submarine deal gone wrong.

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France can 'trust me' after subs rift: PM

French President Emmanuel Macron has declared Anthony Albanese "is not responsible" for the submarine debacle.

AAP

Nation records 33 Covid deaths as Victoria reports fifth monkeypox case – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

The Loop: The PM arrives in Paris, house prices fall nationally, and the new financial year brings new policies

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What did the G7 and Nato summits really mean for Ukraine?

Analysis: Volodymyr Zelenskiy needs ammunition, not words – but the meetings in Bavaria and Madrid were still highly significant

The Guardian - UK

France's Macron urges world leaders to better protect oceans

French President Emmanuel Macron is urging other world leaders to better protect the planet’s oceans by adopting an international agreement modeled on the legally binding Paris climate accords

The Independent UK

The Standard View: Nato is strong when we need it the most

For an organisation described by France’s Emmanuel Macron as ‘brain dead’ in 2019, Nato is showing real signs of life. Indeed, spurred on by Vladimir Putin’s illegal invasion of Ukraine, the alliance has rarely been more relevant.

Evening Standard

TotalEnergies discounts fuel at French petrol stations as inflation soars

Under pressure from the French government to do more to help consumers tackle higher energy costs, TotalEnergies has announced discounts on pump prices at French motorway petrol stations. The move comes as inflation hit a record high over the month of June.

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Probe opened into French minister accused of sexual assault

Prosecutors have announced the opening of a formal investigation into French cabinet minister Damien Abad after a woman accused him of attempted rape at a party in 2010.

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PM targets France after NATO Summit

Paris will be the next stop for Anthony Albanese, after the prime minister attended the "extremely successful" NATO Summit in Madrid.

Reuters

French prosecutors investigate government minister after rape accusations

The Paris prosecution office said on Wednesday it had opened an investigation into France's minister for the disabled, Damien Abad, on suspicion of attempted rape, an accusation his lawyer said he denied.

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Boris Johnson abroad: more indulged than feted

Editorial: The prime minister’s stance on Ukraine is valued by Britain’s allies but cannot fill the void where there should be a European policy

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Paris court rejects Italy's request to extradite former leftist militants

The Paris Court of Appeal said on Wednesday it had rejected Italy's request to extradite several former leftist militants whom the French authorities arrested last year.

ABC News

Anthony Albanese says free trade negotiations with Europe to resume within months, after NATO sideline meeting

The Prime Minister says free trade negotiations with the European Union will resume in coming months, after securing a commitment from the President of the European Commission.

AAP

PM says talks on EU trade deal on track

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has revealed trade deal negotiations with the European Union will be fast tracked.

The Guardian - AU

Nations must work together through ‘conflict and crisis’ to reduce climate change risks, Albanese tells OECD

Prime minister will say food insecurity has become a significant challenge and Australia has a major role to play in meeting the challenge

The Independent UK

Boris Johnson keen on forging ‘Roman Empire’ of wider Europe

PM dismisses Emmanuel Macron’s plan for new ‘structure’ – but keen on informal alliance stretching beyond Europe’s borders

The Independent UK

Johnson wants to recreate Roman Empire ideas about European co-operation

The Prime Minister’s plan based on the Roman ‘Mare Nostrum’ would be an alternative to Emmanuel Macron’s vision for a European political community.

Daily Mirror

Boris Johnson boasts his plan for EU leaders is like Roman Empire and Eurovision

Boris Johnson has revealed his “Eurovision” plan for new relationships with the EU and a host of neighbouring countries. The Prime Minister compared his blueprint for fresh ties to a new Roman Empire - and the annual singing contest. It came after

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