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Heavyweight EU Commissioner Resigns in Protest

The EU Commission's President Ursula von der Leyen receives scathing criticism from French Thierry Breton, who is leaving the Commission with immediate effect. "Questionable leadership", Breton fumes – to be replaced by outgoing Foreign Minister Stephane Séjourné.

Heavyweight EU Commissioner Resigns in Protest

The EU historically weak as heavyweights are in crisis

Crisis in Berlin and crisis in Paris create a crisis for Brussels as well. Weak and unpopular governments in both Germany and France are causing the EU to stall.

The EU historically weak as heavyweights are in crisis

The French Finance Minister is Leaving

Who will be part of Michel Barnier's new French government is still unclear. But one who will not remain is in any case the long-serving Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire.

The French Finance Minister is Leaving

Macron's unexpected move - a lost cause in the lower house?

France's President Emmanuel Macron has appointed EU and Brexit veteran Michel Barnier as the new French Prime Minister. The announcement comes after two months of deadlock.

Macron's unexpected move - a lost cause in the lower house?

German advice on screen time stricter than Swedish

How much screen time is too much? Several countries in Europe are going further than Sweden's new recommendations regarding young people's use of social media and digital devices. In Germany, the authorities believe that children under 9 years old should spend a maximum of 45 minutes per day in front of the screen.

German advice on screen time stricter than Swedish

Macron looks to the right after new prime minister

France's President Emmanuel Macron is considering appointing a conservative former minister as Prime Minister. .

Macron looks to the right after new prime minister

The Eiffel Tower is changed forever after the Olympic Games

The Eiffel Tower was in the center during the Olympic Games in Paris. Now it is clear that the Olympic rings will remain permanently on the famous French landmark.

The Eiffel Tower is changed forever after the Olympic Games

French fighter jets sold to Serbia

Serbia and France have signed an agreement on French exports of the Rafale fighter jet, with an estimated value of around 30 billion kronor. The deal was formally concluded during French President Emmanuel Macron's state visit to Belgrade.

French fighter jets sold to Serbia

The Left Erupts in Anger as Macron Slams the Door Shut

The French President Emmanuel Macron's statement that he rules out a completely left-led government sparked outrage among leading left-wing groups on Monday. Macron said in connection with the protracted government negotiations that a left-wing government would pose a threat to "institutional stability".

The Left Erupts in Anger as Macron Slams the Door Shut

Telegram Chief Remains Detained in France

The arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov sparks anger in Moscow. Paris defends the action and emphasizes that it is not politically motivated.

Telegram Chief Remains Detained in France

One arrested for explosion at synagogue

The explosion outside a synagogue in southern France on Saturday morning is being investigated as a terrorist crime. A suspect has been arrested, according to the French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin.

One arrested for explosion at synagogue

Macron initiates tough talks on new coalition

France's President Emmanuel Macron is initiating talks with political leaders on Friday in the hope of being able to form a broad government coalition. .

Macron initiates tough talks on new coalition

France and Jordan Urge: Stop the Escalation

Several appeals to refrain from a military escalation of the conflict in the Middle East are pouring in from an increasingly worried world. Israel's military is simultaneously urging all Israelis to be vigilant.

France and Jordan Urge: Stop the Escalation

New Phelps saves France – takes long-awaited gold

A whole arena was about to erupt and a whole nation was struck by joy. French star Leon Marchand, 22, handled the pressure and secured the nation's first OS gold in swimming in twelve years when he won the 400 meter medley.

New Phelps saves France – takes long-awaited gold

Two major Olympic mishaps - "We apologize deeply"

The several hour-long Olympic opening ceremony was dominated by pomp and circumstance – but a couple of mistakes became topics of conversation afterwards. During the dignified parade, South Korea was presented as North Korea, and when the ceremony was finally supposed to conclude with the raising of the flag, it didn't quite go as planned.

Two major Olympic mishaps - "We apologize deeply"

Paris 2024 is ignited - duo lit the flame

The Olympic flame is lit. Paris 2024 was inaugurated on Friday by two French stars being lifted up in a hot air balloon.

Paris 2024 is ignited - duo lit the flame

So the Olympic opening ceremony will be protected against terror

Paris is holding its breath ahead of Friday's Olympic opening ceremony in Paris, which is a security nightmare. The entire area around the Seine River is blocked off, while 75,000 police officers and soldiers are ready to prevent terrorist attacks.

So the Olympic opening ceremony will be protected against terror

Macron: No new government until the Olympics are over

France's President Emmanuel Macron will not appoint a new Prime Minister, and thereby not a new government, before the Olympic Games are over. .

Macron: No new government until the Olympics are over

Guide: How the Historic Olympic Opening Ceremony Will Unfold

A historic boat trip, a massive security effort and an artist who has made the French right wing furious. Here is a guide ahead of the OS opening ceremony in Paris.

Guide: How the Historic Olympic Opening Ceremony Will Unfold

Clear with OS Organizers for 2030 and 2034

It is clear with the organizers for the Winter OS 2030 and 2034. The French Alps will get the games in 2030 – provided that the country's future government can provide financial guarantees.

Clear with OS Organizers for 2030 and 2034

Biden's resignation – this is what has happened

He was firmly determined not to give up the race against Donald Trump. In the end, USA's President Joe Biden nevertheless made the historic decision to step aside.

Biden's resignation – this is what has happened

Zelensky's strong support is being eroded

When Ukraine stood up to the Russian large-scale invasion, the support for Volodymyr Zelenskyj was rock-solid. When the country has become more pressured, it has affected its president.

Zelensky's strong support is being eroded

Speaker re-elected in turbulent French parliament

Yaël Braun-Pivet from President Emmanuel Macron's party Together has been re-elected as Speaker of the French National Assembly. .

Speaker re-elected in turbulent French parliament

Starmer courted European leaders at the palace

Britain's new Prime Minister Keir Starmer promised to restore the relationship with the EU during a top meeting with a number of European leaders outside Oxford. .

Starmer courted European leaders at the palace