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Illustrating the ‘postcolonial experience’: 40 years of Peepal Tree Press

As the publisher celebrates an important milestone, we chart its journey from an ‘expensive hobby’ to an international household name

The Guardian - UK · Dec 3, 2025

Europe's new fighter jet at risk amidst Franco-German ownership disputes

Germany is accusing French manufacturer Dassault of blocking negotiations over the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) project.

Euronews · Sep 1, 2025

Defence: France and Germany looking at 'best athlete' model to boost European military production

EU defence production has been hindered by the sector's high level of fragmentation as many member states have historically favoured their own domestic defence industries on national security grounds.

Euronews · Aug 28, 2025

Who is Francois Bayrou, France’s new prime minister?

The 73-year-old centrist and leader of the Democratic Movement will replace Michel Barnier, who lost a confidence vote.

Al Jazeera · Dec 13, 2024

Will the French political crisis help Marine Le Pen’s far-right RN party?

Le Pen, who is credited with rebranding RN into a legitimate political force, is making the most of chaos.

Al Jazeera · Dec 10, 2024

French no-confidence motion: Is PM Barnier’s government about to fall?

French lawmakers introduced a vote of no-confidence against Michel Barnier’s administration over a budget dispute.

Al Jazeera · Dec 3, 2024

Can left-centrist parties unite to block far-right win in French elections?

Left and centre blocs are scrambling to prevent an absolute win for National Rally via strategic alliance.

Al Jazeera · Jul 1, 2024

Scholz And Macron Meet In Berlin To Mend Ukraine Rift

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will receive French President Emmanuel Macron in Berlin on Friday after tensions between the leaders blew out into the open over differences on how to support Ukraine.

International Business Times · Mar 15, 2024

‘Like in the middle of a game of chess’: The mood at this year’s SNP conference

In the run-up to conference, the party has seen some turbulent months – but what has the mood really been like at this year’s conference?

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17, 2023

What does independence mean to young people who couldn't vote in 2014?

WESTMINSTER is likely recognising that independence is inevitable with polls late last year showing support for independence is above 70 amongst…

The National (Scotland) · Feb 9, 2023