In a sharp rebuke to Trump’s decision to impose a 20% tariff on European goods, Macron described the move as “brutal and unfounded,” warning it could backfire and damage the American economy and consumers
Speaking to France Info radio on Tuesday, Lombard emphasized the need for a measured approach in negotiations, stating, "We have negotiators who are playing hardball, we will play hardball but... we need to reach a balanced deal to protect our economies"
“The European Union was designed to rip us off,” Trump declared at the White House, repeating his past claims that Europe has unfairly restricted U.S. exports, particularly in the automotive and agricultural sectors, while benefiting from an open American market
"I have not decided to send troops to Ukraine tomorrow, no," Macron said during an online interaction with French social media users. "What we are considering instead is sending forces to guarantee peace once it has been negotiated"
Trump’s comments ignited immediate controversy, as neither the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) nor the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) had yet released findings on what caused the crash—the first major U.S. aviation disaster in over a decade
Addressing a packed audience that included former Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Joe Biden, Trump set forth a vision centered on sovereignty, security, and economic prosperity
"Frankly, we have no choice. We have to save it," Trump declared, adding that his administration would pursue a joint venture to ensure TikTok’s continued presence in the US
If the company fails to comply, the law will prevent new TikTok downloads from U.S. app stores, and restrict U.S. companies from providing services necessary for the platform's maintenance, updates, and distribution
Trump, who has now secured the presidency, has promised a swift end to the conflict, a stance that has raised both hopes and concerns in global capitals, especially in Ukraine and across Europe, where leaders question the future of U.S. assistance to Kyiv
The President-elect is also looking to reduce the size of certain national monuments to open up more land for drilling and mining, which could have significant implications for protected areas like Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante in Utah
The decentralized platform Polymarket, which enables crypto-based betting on political events, drew regulatory scrutiny after a French trader known as "Théo" bet on Trump’s victory in the U.S. election, securing a remarkable $47 million payout
Eric Mamer, head of the European Commission’s Spokesperson’s Office, reinforced this stance, emphasizing the shared interests between the EU and the U.S. in backing Ukraine against ongoing geopolitical threats
Dmitry Medvedev, Russia's Deputy Chairman of the Security Council and former president, issued a grave warning directed at former U.S. President Donald Trump, who has pledged to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine if he wins re-election
"I wasn't very smart for traveling around the world a couple of times before the debate," he admitted, acknowledging his failure to heed advice from his staff and even nearly falling asleep on stage
Over the past 25 years, Chamonix’s population has shrunk by 10%, dropping from 10,000 residents in 1990 to just 9,000 today. Meanwhile, the town welcomes an astounding eight million tourist overnight stays each year, further straining the housing market
The expulsion order, announced on April 14, 2025, follows the indictment of three Algerians, including a consular official, in connection with the abduction of Algerian influencer Amir Boukhors, also known as "Amir DZ"
The project, named Frappe Longue Portée Terrestre (FLP-T), is being led by the French Directorate General for Armament (DGA), which is working in collaboration with two competing industrial consortia
The ASE is intended to provide a secure environment for children in need of care due to abuse, neglect, or family instability. However, a series of troubling reports indicate systemic flaws that continue to undermine the safety and well-being of those it aims to protect
The move, if realised, would mark a major shift in France’s longstanding Middle East policy and could have significant diplomatic repercussions. Speaking during an interview broadcast on France 5 television on Wednesday, Macron stated: “We must move towards recognition, and we will do so in the coming months”
