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Macron: Putin's Proposal for Ukraine Talks Insufficient

Macron: Putin's Proposal for Ukraine Talks Insufficient

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Vladimir Putin's proposal for direct negotiations with Ukraine is a first step, but it is not enough, says France's President Emmanuel Macron.

Putin Rejects Ceasefire Proposal, Calls for Direct Talks with Ukraine

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Putin Rejects Ceasefire Proposal, Calls for Direct Talks with Ukraine

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Russia's president Vladimir Putin does not accept the demand for a month's ceasefire. He proposes instead direct negotiations with Ukraine to start next week

Kremlin to Review Ceasefire Proposal Amid Ukraine's 30-Day Demand

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Kremlin to Review Ceasefire Proposal Amid Ukraine's 30-Day Demand

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Ukraine and its allies want Russia to agree to an unconditional ceasefire of at least 30 days from Monday. If Moscow does not comply with the demand, stricter sanctions against Russia and more support to Ukraine are awaited

European Leaders Visit Kyiv for Talks with Zelensky on Ukraine Support

European Leaders Visit Kyiv for Talks with Zelensky on Ukraine Support

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European leaders make a symbol-laden visit to Kyiv in connection with a new top meeting on Saturday. The continued support to Ukraine and the negotiations on ceasefire are on the agenda

80 Years After WWII: Ongoing Conflicts Dampen European Commemoration

80 Years After WWII: Ongoing Conflicts Dampen European Commemoration

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The end of World War II 80 years ago was a day of joy in Europe. This year, the commemoration is surrounded by a number of ongoing conflicts

Syria Engages in Indirect Talks with Israel to Ease Tensions

Syria Engages in Indirect Talks with Israel to Ease Tensions

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Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa says that his country is holding indirect talks with Israel – to prevent the recent hostilities from "getting out of hand". Al-Sharaa's French counterpart urges him to protect all Syrians

France and Germany Pledge Cooperation on Defense and Ukraine Support

France and Germany Pledge Cooperation on Defense and Ukraine Support

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France and Germany will work "hand in hand", says President Emmanuel Macron after a first meeting with the new Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Ukraine can rely on Germany and France, promises Merz

Merz Begins EU Tour with Key Meetings in France and Poland

Merz Begins EU Tour with Key Meetings in France and Poland

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The start was about to end in fiasco for the new Federal Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz. Now there is a chance for revenge in immediate top-level meetings with France and Poland

Can Friedrich Merz Build a Strong Relationship with Trump on the Golf Course

Can Friedrich Merz Build a Strong Relationship with Trump on the Golf Course

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He was outmaneuvered by Angela Merkel and disappeared from politics. Now Friedrich Merz has got his final revenge

Macron Hosts Syrian Leader al-Sharaa on First European State Visit

Macron Hosts Syrian Leader al-Sharaa on First European State Visit

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France's President Emmanuel Macron will receive his Syrian counterpart Ahmed al-Sharaa on his first state visit to Europe, announces the French President's office in a statement.

France Blames Russian GRU for Decade of Cyberattacks

France Blames Russian GRU for Decade of Cyberattacks

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France accuses for the first time Russia's military intelligence service of being behind a series of cyberattacks in the country over the past ten years.

20 Arrested in France After Coordinated Prison Attacks

20 Arrested in France After Coordinated Prison Attacks

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Bardella May Run for President if Le Pen Is Barred from Election

Bardella May Run for President if Le Pen Is Barred from Election

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The party leader Jordan Bardella can stand as the National Rally's next presidential candidate with the support of Marine Le Pen if she is prevented from participating, he says in an interview on Saturday.

Pope Francis Laid to Rest in Vatican Ceremony with Global Leaders

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Pope Francis Laid to Rest in Vatican Ceremony with Global Leaders

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Pope Francis has been laid to rest. At the ceremony in the Vatican, large parts of the world's elite were present – and hundreds of thousands of mourners from all corners of the world

Pope Francis Funeral Today: Global Leaders Gather in Rome

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Pope Francis Funeral Today: Global Leaders Gather in Rome

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Rome stands still and the world's eyes are fixed on the Vatican. Today, Pope Francis is being buried

Trump and Zelensky Meet in Rome for Productive Talks

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Trump and Zelensky Meet in Rome for Productive Talks

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A "symbolic" meeting that "can become historic". This is how Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj describes the conversation with his American colleague Donald Trump at the Pope's funeral in Rome

Teen kills classmate in knife attack at French school

Teen kills classmate in knife attack at French school

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A boy has killed a classmate and injured three others in a knife attack at a school in Nantes in western France. Before the attack, he sent out a manifesto where he criticized "globalization"

Trump Increases Pressure on Russia After Kyiv Attack

Trump Increases Pressure on Russia After Kyiv Attack

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The USA's President Donald Trump is sharpening his tone after last night's large Russian attack on Kyiv. According to Trump, Russia is now being heavily pressured by the Americans to achieve a ceasefire

Royal Couple and Kristersson to Attend Pope Francis' Funeral

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Royal Couple and Kristersson to Attend Pope Francis' Funeral

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The King, the Queen, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) and Archbishop Martin Modéus will attend Pope Francis' funeral on Saturday. It is natural to be there and pay tribute to him, says Kristersson

Thousands Gather to Pay Respects to Pope Francis at St. Peter's Basilica

Thousands Gather to Pay Respects to Pope Francis at St. Peter's Basilica

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Pope Francis' open coffin has been moved to St. Peter's Basilica, where spectators can now come to bid farewell for three days

Pope Francis' Funeral Set for Saturday at St. Peter's Square

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Pope Francis' Funeral Set for Saturday at St. Peter's Square

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The Catholic world is in mourning after Pope Francis' passing – but there is no time for rest. The funeral will be held on Saturday at St

Israel Revokes Visas for 27 French Politicians Over Palestine Stance

Israel Revokes Visas for 27 French Politicians Over Palestine Stance

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Israel's government has decided to withdraw the visas for 27 French politicians who were to visit Israel and the Palestinian territories starting next week.

Ukraine Talks to Continue in London Next Week Following Paris Meeting

Ukraine Talks to Continue in London Next Week Following Paris Meeting

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Talks in Paris about Ukraine's future resulted in a decision on a new meeting in London next week. After the meeting, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced that the USA had informed them about the content of the talks – which was confirmed by the American Foreign Ministry

Macron Hosts Key Talks in Paris on Ukraine's Future with Global Leaders

Macron Hosts Key Talks in Paris on Ukraine's Future with Global Leaders

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France's President Emmanuel Macron emphasizes the importance of the talks about Ukraine's future that are taking place in Paris. A Ukrainian delegation is meeting there with representatives from the USA and Europe