France and Germany Deepen Defence Ties to Boost Europe’s Security

By admin July 18, 2026 No comment

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France and Germany have agreed to strengthen their defence partnership as Europe seeks greater military autonomy amid evolving global security challenges. During a joint meeting in Bruehl, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to expand cooperation on missile defence, long-range strike systems and broader security

French MPs Approve Assisted Dying Bill

By admin July 16, 2026 No comment

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France’s National Assembly has approved a landmark assisted dying bill after years of political debate, voting 291 to 241 in favour of the legislation. The bill would allow eligible adults with a serious, incurable, life-threatening illness in an advanced or terminal stage to request assisted dying under strict legal safeguards. The law must still undergo […]

France Showcases Support for Ukraine at Bastille Day Parade

By admin July 14, 2026 No comment

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France used its annual Bastille Day parade to highlight European unity and support for Ukraine, with around 500 troops from the “Coalition of the Willing” marching along the Champs-Elysees in Paris. The parade also featured about 25 Ukrainian soldiers and came a day after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy joined more than 25 world leaders in Paris […]

France Signals Openness to SAMP/T Air Defence Sale to Turkey

By admin July 6, 2026 No comment

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France is showing renewed openness to a potential sale of the Franco-Italian SAMP/T air defence system to Turkey, marking a significant shift after years of political resistance. According to sources, the change follows recent discussions between French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, although negotiations remain at an early stage and

G7 Summit in France: European Leaders Challenge Trump on Interim Iran Deal and Ukraine Strategy

By admin June 16, 2026 No comment

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At the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, European leaders are preparing to confront U.S. President Donald Trump over his preliminary peace deal with Iran and his current strategy regarding the war in Ukraine. While Trump arrived buoyed by an interim agreement aimed at ending the broader Middle East conflict—with a formal signing targeted for Friday—European […]

G7 Summit Focuses on Iran and Ukraine as France Seeks Unity with Trump

By admin June 11, 2026 No comment

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France is preparing to host the G7 Summit in Evian-les-Bains from June 15–17, with the conflicts in Iran and Ukraine expected to dominate discussions. French President Emmanuel Macron has crafted a carefully balanced agenda aimed at maintaining unity among G7 leaders and avoiding tensions with U.S. President Donald Trump. Leaders from Gulf nations, including Saudi […]

Germany Ends Joint Fighter Jet Project with France

By admin June 10, 2026 No comment

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Germany has decided to withdraw from the joint Future Combat Air System (FCAS) fighter jet programme with France, bringing an end to one of Europe’s most ambitious defence collaborations. Launched in 2017 by former German Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Emmanuel Macron, the project aimed to strengthen European defence capabilities and reduce reliance on

French Government Faces Pressure After Child Murder Exposes Judicial Failures

By admin June 10, 2026 No comment

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The French government is facing mounting public anger following the murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna, a case that has sparked nationwide protests and renewed scrutiny of the country’s handling of child sexual abuse cases. The main suspect had previously been accused of raping a minor in 2025, but prosecutors had not questioned him before his arrest […]

Germany and France Abandon Joint Next-Generation Fighter Jet Project

By admin June 9, 2026 No comment

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Germany and France have agreed to end their ambitious joint project to develop a next-generation fighter jet after years of disagreements between key industry partners. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron concluded that there was little chance of resolving the deadlock between Airbus and Dassault Aviation, leading to the decision to scrap

Bayeux Tapestry Set for Historic Return to Britain After 950 Years

By admin June 4, 2026 No comment

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The 950-year-old Bayeux Tapestry is set to make a rare journey from France to London next month, where it will be displayed at the British Museum for nine months. French officials say extensive preparations have ensured the fragile artwork can travel safely, using a specially designed double-crate system with shock absorbers to protect it during […]