French President Macron criticizes the US for turning away from allies and reflects on France's failure to influence the Mercosur trade deal, highlighting broader concerns about global power dynamics and alliances.
French President Macron criticized Trump's US for turning away from allies and breaking international rules, amid global tensions involving Greenland, EU trade deals, and Russia. Protests against EU-Mercosur trade deal and prisoner exchanges between France and Russia highlight ongoing geopolitical issues, while EU and US discuss responses to US actions in Greenland and Ukraine. The article also covers protests, diplomatic exchanges, and concerns over US and Russian activities.
French President Macron hosts Ukraine and allies to discuss security guarantees amid ongoing conflict with Russia, with key issues including territorial concessions, military support, and potential peace agreements, while geopolitical tensions extend to US actions in Venezuela and Greenland.
France plans to ban social media platforms for children under 15 starting in September 2026, following Australia's lead, citing risks like online bullying and mental health issues, with a draft bill under review and debates expected early next year.
France has announced plans to build a new nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, the Porte-Avions Nouvelle Génération (PA-NG), scheduled for completion in 2038 to replace the aging Charles de Gaulle, with a focus on strengthening naval capabilities despite financial strains, involving significant investment and increased defense spending.
France announced plans to build a new nuclear-powered aircraft carrier capable of carrying 30 fighter jets and 2,000 sailors, expected to be ready by 2038, as part of a broader military modernization effort supported by increased defense spending under President Macron.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to build a new, larger nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, the PANG, to replace the Charles de Gaulle by 2038, aiming to strengthen France's maritime power amid global tensions.
France plans to build a new, larger aircraft carrier, PANG, to replace the aging Charles de Gaulle, with operations expected by 2038, aiming to bolster national and European defense capabilities amid geopolitical tensions.
France announced it will begin building a new aircraft carrier, PANG, to replace the Charles de Gaulle, with construction starting soon despite budget uncertainties, aiming for service entry in 2038 and emphasizing economic benefits for small and medium companies.
The French presidency welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin's willingness to engage in dialogue with French President Emmanuel Macron regarding the Ukraine conflict, with conditions for talks to be determined soon.
A fake AI-generated video falsely depicting a coup in France and Emmanuel Macron's overthrow went viral, causing political concern. Macron sought its removal from Facebook, but the platform declined, highlighting challenges in combating deepfake content. The video was created using advanced AI technology, raising alarms about misinformation and the potential for manipulation on social media.
French President Emmanuel Macron has stated that there is no finalized peace plan for Ukraine yet, as France and Britain prepare for potential military roles and security guarantees, while also navigating Europe's stance on Russian assets amid ongoing tensions.
France's National Assembly approved a measure to suspend controversial pension reforms, including a plan to raise the retirement age, as part of broader budget negotiations amid political turmoil and economic challenges, such as a high public deficit and government instability.
French lawmakers voted to suspend a controversial pension reform, including a freeze on raising the pension age, as part of broader budget negotiations amid political instability and economic concerns, with the move seen as a temporary measure to maintain government stability and address fiscal challenges.
Disgraced former French President Nicolas Sarkozy was discreetly received by Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace before beginning a five-year prison sentence for criminal conspiracy related to his 2007 campaign financing, with his legal and political supporters expressing mixed reactions.