Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, French President Emmanuel Macron criticized U.S. tariffs as a tool to subordinate Europe, warned of rising global autocracy, and called for stronger European protection and strategic investment in key sectors

The French president pledged to oppose the agreement as farmers blockaded Paris over fears of cheap imports, adding political pressure ahead of key elections while protests highlight broader anger over costs, regulation and cattle culls

Peskov was responding to comments by President Macron following a European Union summit, in which the French leader said he was willing to speak with Putin.

French president says Europe must be ready to engage with Russia if U.S.-led Ukraine peace efforts fail, highlighting the risk of being sidelined and rising war fatigue among EU nations

The French president says a one-month postponement could allow the EU and Mercosur to agree on stronger protections for farmers, as protests and political divisions across Europe cloud the future of the long-negotiated trade pact

Chinese President Xi Jinping accompanied Emmanuel Macron on a visit to Sichuan province, a rare gesture signaling Beijing’s strategic focus on France amid delicate EU relations and ongoing tensions in global trade

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The French president is once again at a political crossroads as Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu steps down — triggering opposition calls for snap elections or even Macron’s own resignation

France faces political turmoil as Sébastien Lecornu quits, prompting opposition calls for new elections and leaving President Macron under mounting pressure

'The time for peace has come': Emmanuelle Macron said in making the announcement ahead of this week's UN General Assembly

Candace Owens repeated her claim that Brigitte Macron is a man on YouTube and across social media platforms.

French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed former Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister, his fifth in under two years, after François Bayrou was ousted. The decision has drawn sharp criticism from opposition leaders across the spectrum

Paris demanded explanations after Italian Deputy PM Matteo Salvini mocked President Emmanuel Macron, telling him to go to Ukraine “with a helmet and rifle.”

French President Emmanuel Macron urges Israel to halt its planned Gaza City offensive, while the UN human rights office denounces the killing of six Palestinian journalists in overnight strikes

Macron is reportedly seeking coordinated action from other European countries, including the UK, the Netherlands, and Belgium

To date, at least 142 countries have recognized the State of Palestine, according to AFP figures. Ireland, Spain, Norway, and Slovenia made similar declarations earlier in 2024

In 2024, the U.S. recorded a trade deficit of $236 billion with the EU—a 13% increase from the previous year

While the call did not result in any formal agreements, it marks a significant step in high-level communication between Russia and France, potentially opening the door to further dialogue amid ongoing geopolitical tensions