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Macron Visits Oslo Ahead of NATO Summit to Discuss Arctic Security

France's president Emanuel Macron visited Norway's capital Oslo on Monday, the evening before the first day of the NATO summit. The purpose of the visit was, according to Macron's office, to emphasize France's commitment to the Nordic and Arctic regions – especially from a security perspective.

Macron Visits Oslo Ahead of NATO Summit to Discuss Arctic Security

Europe to Speed Up Iran Negotiations, Says Macron

France and Europe will increase the pace regarding the negotiations with Iran. This is stated by the French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday, after a telephone call with Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian.

Europe to Speed Up Iran Negotiations, Says Macron

Netherlands Recommends Social Media Restrictions for Under-15s

The Netherlands' government recommends that parents should prohibit children under 15 from using certain social media, for example Tiktok and Snapchat. .

Netherlands Recommends Social Media Restrictions for Under-15s

Trump Denies Role in Israel-Iran Peace Talks Amid Macron's Remarks

To attempt to force a regime change in Iran with violence would be a "strategic mistake", warns France's president Emmanuel Macron. He hopes that the USA can broker a peace between Israel and Iran – something that is however firmly denied by Trump.

Trump Denies Role in Israel-Iran Peace Talks Amid Macron's Remarks

Macron Affirms Greenland's Sovereignty Amid EU Cooperation Talks

The EU wants to speed up the cooperation with Greenland on rare earth metals, says France's president Emmanuel Macron at a press conference in Nuuk. Greenland is placed in the middle of a geopolitical game, he says and emphasizes that the island is not for sale.

Macron Affirms Greenland's Sovereignty Amid EU Cooperation Talks

Ocean Protection Agreement Nears Ratification as Sweden Delays

An important agreement that is meant to protect the deep sea is approaching. When the UN's ocean conference in Nice is concluded, 50 of the 60 countries required for it to come into force have ratified the agreement.

Ocean Protection Agreement Nears Ratification as Sweden Delays

Macron Proposes Social Media Age Limit for Under-15s in France

Social media will be banned for children under 15 years in France in the coming months – unless progress is made at EU level, says France's President Emmanuel Macron according to Politico. .

Macron Proposes Social Media Age Limit for Under-15s in France

Teaching Assistant Fatally Stabbed at French School

A 15-year-old pupil has killed a teaching assistant at a school in Nogent in northeastern France. .

Teaching Assistant Fatally Stabbed at French School

Abbas Urges Hamas to Surrender Weapons and Release Hostages

The President of the Palestinians, Mahmud Abbas, believes that Hamas must hand over its weapons and is urging the deployment of international forces to protect "the Palestinian people". .

Abbas Urges Hamas to Surrender Weapons and Release Hostages

Macron to Visit Greenland for Talks on North Atlantic Security

France's president Emmanuel Macron will visit Greenland on June 15. During the visit, he will meet Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen and Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen.

Macron to Visit Greenland for Talks on North Atlantic Security

Greenpeace Activists Charged for Stealing Macron Wax Figure in Protest

A wax figure on the loose has led to two people being prosecuted for stealing a cultural object. It was on Monday that Greenpeace activists stole a wax figure depicting France's President Emmanuel Macron from a museum in Paris to then use it in protests against French companies' economic ties to Russia.

Greenpeace Activists Charged for Stealing Macron Wax Figure in Protest

US Congress Awaits Trump Approval for Tough Sanctions on Russia

A "crushing" American sanctions package has been prepared against Russia - with broad and cross-party support. Congress is waiting for a green light from President Trump and warnings are being sounded about Russian escalation plans.

US Congress Awaits Trump Approval for Tough Sanctions on Russia

19-Year-Old Désiré Doué Shines in PSG's Historic Champions League Win

A difficult-to-navigate final on beforehand. All the clearer on the pitch.

19-Year-Old Désiré Doué Shines in PSG's Historic Champions League Win

Israel Katz Vows to Establish Israeli State on West Bank

Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz claims that they will build a "Jewish Israeli state" on the occupied West Bank. .

Israel Katz Vows to Establish Israeli State on West Bank

Macron Urges Tougher EU Stance on Israel Over Gaza Crisis

France's president Emmanuel Macron believes that European countries should sharpen their "collective position" against Israel if the country does not act on the difficult humanitarian situation in Gaza in a suitable manner. .

Macron Urges Tougher EU Stance on Israel Over Gaza Crisis

Macron: Ukraine Conflict Tests US Credibility

The USA is facing a test of credibility when it comes to handling Russia's slow action in attempts to achieve a truce, according to France's President Emmanuel Macron. .

Macron: Ukraine Conflict Tests US Credibility

French Lower House Passes Initial Assisted Dying Bill

The French lower house has voted through a first bill, a proposal President Emmanuel Macron presented in the spring. .

French Lower House Passes Initial Assisted Dying Bill

Macron Responds to Viral Clip: It Was Just a Joke

Emmanuel Macron suddenly found himself in a storm of media attention he would have preferred to avoid. A video clip where he appears to be pushed away by his wife Brigitte Macron has spread at lightning speed on the internet and the president has reluctantly commented on the whole thing.

Macron Responds to Viral Clip: It Was Just a Joke

Trump Realizes Putin Lied About Peace Talks, Says Macron

Donald Trump has come to the realization that Vladimir Putin has lied to him, according to France's President Emmanuel Macron. .

Trump Realizes Putin Lied About Peace Talks, Says Macron

Macron's Party Proposes Hijab Ban for Girls Under 15 in France

Girls under 15 years old should not be allowed to wear hijab in France, according to a proposal from President Emmanuel Macron's party Renaissance. The proposal comes at a time of lively debate about Islamist influence in the country.

Macron's Party Proposes Hijab Ban for Girls Under 15 in France

Netanyahu Criticizes Western Leaders Over Israel-Gaza Conflict

France, the United Kingdom and Canada are "on the side of mass murderers and rapists", claims Israel's Prime Minister. Benjamin Netanyahu lashes out wildly at Western leaders who have criticized Israel's warfare in Gaza.

Netanyahu Criticizes Western Leaders Over Israel-Gaza Conflict

Trump Doubts Putin's Intentions for Ukraine Peace

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, no longer believes that Russia's President wants to end the Ukraine war. This is because Vladimir Putin thinks he is on his way to winning, writes The Wall Street Journal, referring to a conversation between Trump and European leaders.

Trump Doubts Putin's Intentions for Ukraine Peace

Trump and Putin Discuss Immediate Ceasefire Talks

USA's President Donald Trump describes the phone call with Russia's leader Vladimir Putin as "very good". "Russia and Ukraine will immediately initiate negotiations towards a ceasefire and, what is more important, an END to the war", writes Trump on Truth Social.

Trump and Putin Discuss Immediate Ceasefire Talks

Zelensky Claims Putin Feared Traveling to Turkey

Russia's president Vladimir Putin was afraid to travel to Turkey, believes Ukrainian colleague Volodymyr Zelenskyj. Europe coordinates the next step with the USA's president Donald Trump – with clear frustration.

Zelensky Claims Putin Feared Traveling to Turkey