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EU Prepares Countermeasures Against Trump's Proposed Tariffs

The President of the EU Commission Ursula von der Leyen writes on X that Donald Trump's threat to introduce 30-percent import duties against the EU would "harm businesses, consumers and patients on both sides of the Atlantic". .
EU Prepares Countermeasures Against Trump's Proposed Tariffs

Drone and Missile Strikes Hit Ukraine for Third Consecutive Night

Russia has fired over 620 drones and about twenty missiles at Ukraine, according to the Ukrainian air force. At least six people have been killed and several injured in the attacks.
Drone and Missile Strikes Hit Ukraine for Third Consecutive Night

UK and France Agree on Plan to Return Channel Migrants

The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Keir Starmer and France's President Emmanuel Macron have agreed on a plan to send back migrants who cross the English Channel. .
UK and France Agree on Plan to Return Channel Migrants

Macron Calls for France-UK Recognition of Palestinian State

France's president Emmanuel Macron urged on Thursday for a joint recognition – between France and the United Kingdom – of a Palestinian state. The measure he sees as "the only hope for peace" in the conflict-ridden region.
Macron Calls for France-UK Recognition of Palestinian State

Starmer and Macron Call for Increased Pressure on Putin

The British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and France's President Emmanuel Macron urged on Thursday to increase the pressure on Russia. The two leaders also announced that they have a long-term plan for when a possible ceasefire is reached – which includes a "peacekeeping force".
Starmer and Macron Call for Increased Pressure on Putin

US Shifts Ukraine Arms Support Amid European Leaders' Meeting

USA's change of course on arms support to Ukraine is expected to dominate when European leaders meet this week. There are at least three different lines in the White House, says military expert Joakim Paasikivi.
US Shifts Ukraine Arms Support Amid European Leaders' Meeting

Macron Visits London: Strengthening UK-France Ties Amid US Concerns

Royal pomp, cheek kisses and global concern characterize Emmanuel Macron's arrival in London. The British and the French must defend the liberal world order – and reduce dependence on the USA, says the French president.
Macron Visits London: Strengthening UK-France Ties Amid US Concerns

Bayeux Tapestry Returns to England After 900 Years

The nearly 70 meter long Bayeux tapestry, a priceless work of art from the Middle Ages, will be lent to the United Kingdom by France. Thus, the tapestry returns to the place where it was made over 900 years ago.
Bayeux Tapestry Returns to England After 900 Years

Putin and Macron Discuss Ukraine Ceasefire in First Call Since 2022

France's president Emmanuel Macron has urged the Russian president Vladimir Putin to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine "as soon as possible" in a first known telephone call between the leaders since 2022, according to the Élysée Palace. In the same telephone call, Putin is said to have claimed that the Western world bears the blame for the war in Ukraine, according to the Kremlin.
Putin and Macron Discuss Ukraine Ceasefire in First Call Since 2022

Record Number of Migrants Cross English Channel in First Half of Year

Nearly 20,000 migrants crossed the English Channel in small boats during the first half of the year, which is a new record for the period. .
Record Number of Migrants Cross English Channel in First Half of Year

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
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