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”
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
The announcement follows the fall of Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government, which was brought down by a coalition of the left-wing La France Insoumise (LFI) and the far-right Rassemblement National (RN)
In a conversation with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on December 5, Macron underscored that France still considers the deal "unacceptable" in its current form, particularly due to concerns over the potential impact on French farmers
"It is an honor to announce that I will be traveling to Paris, France, on Saturday to attend the re-opening of the Magnificent and Historic Notre-Dame Cathedral, which has been fully restored after a devastating fire five years ago," wrote Trump
The match follows incidents of violence in Amsterdam earlier this week and is seen as a platform for Macron to express "fraternity and solidarity" in response to recent acts of anti-Semitism, as announced by his office on Sunday, November 10
This decision, confirmed by event organizers on October 16, comes amid escalating tensions between Israel and France, particularly following President Emmanuel Macron's recent criticisms of Israeli military actions in Lebanon and Gaza
Macron referred specifically to the UN General Assembly's vote in November 1947, which proposed the partition of Palestine into separate Jewish and Arab states
The current debate centers on a substantial commission for 180 square meters of stained glass, intended to enhance the cathedral's aesthetic and spiritual ambiance. The artist and master glassmaker duo selected for this project will be announced in November
Macron aims to form a stable government after recent snap elections led to a fragmented National Assembly with no clear majority. The legislative elections divided France's lower house among several factions, complicating the appointment of a new prime minister
French President Emmanuel Macron was among the spectators as the 22-year-old swimmer dominated the 200m medley, continuing a remarkable week of victories. Marchand led from the start, setting a blistering pace that his competitors struggled to match.
Former allies, including Patrick Vignal, have not minced words in expressing their disillusionment. "People hate you," Vignal bluntly remarked during a recent exchange with the president, reflecting a sentiment echoed by a growing chorus within political circles
Macron's decision to dissolve the National Assembly follows dismal European parliamentary election results, where Le Pen's National Rally secured over 30% of the vote, significantly outperforming Macron's party
Championed as crucial and timely by Constance Le Grip, a Member of Parliament from President Emmanuel Macron's party and one of the bill's architects, the proposed law targets a spectrum of nefarious activities believed to be orchestrated by external actors
According to the findings, Storm-1516 has conducted at least 77 coordinated influence campaigns since 2023, targeting not only France but also Ukraine and numerous Western democracies. These operations are part of what officials describe as an intensifying information war being waged by the Kremlin
The survey, commissioned by the Hexagone think tank, reportedly affiliated with conservative billionaire Pierre-Edouard Stérin, instead tested her protégé Jordan Bardella as the sole RN candidate — sparking intense backlash from Le Pen’s inner circle
The Champions League trophy has eluded PSG despite their domestic dominance. The club, which has claimed the French Ligue 1 title 13 times, reached the final in 2019-20 but was beaten 1-0 by Bayern Munich in an agonizing defeat
Dembele had since raised fitness concerns due to a minor knock, but PSG boss Luis Enrique confirmed the winger is fully fit and raring to go, having been rested during the weekend’s 2-1 league defeat to Strasbourg
The aircraft is currently housed in the Aeroscopia museum, located just outside the southern French city of Toulouse. It remains a testament to the groundbreaking achievements of French and British aerospace engineering
