In their first conversation since September 2022, French President Emmanuel Macron and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed ceasefire prospects in Ukraine and the Iranian nuclear issue, highlighting enduring differences yet a willingness to resume dialogue

While the proposal has received backing from some European nations, Macron acknowledged that it does not have universal support. However, he emphasized that unanimous approval is not necessary for the mission to proceed

The meeting, held in Paris, comes as tensions escalate over stalled truce negotiations and continued military hostilities. Macron, addressing the press alongside Zelensky, declared the talks a "decisive phase to put an end to the war of aggression" by Russia

Grondeau, who was arrested in October 2022 in the city of Shiraz, had been held at Tehran’s Evin prison, known for detaining Westerners, dual nationals, and political prisoners

"Ukraine's military is the primary safeguard of its security, and any notion of demilitarization is unacceptable," he declared. His remarks come amid renewed discussions in diplomatic circles regarding the future security architecture of Eastern Europe

The statement escalated tensions as French President Emmanuel Macron described Russia as a significant threat to France and Europe, calling for a united front against what he termed Russian aggression

Macron’s late-evening speech appeared to be a calculated move to reassure the French populace amidst growing concerns over the war in Ukraine, European security, and escalating trade tensions with the United States

French President Emmanuel Macron made the announcement on Friday, February 28, during a state visit to Portugal, signalling a potential escalation in trade tensions between Washington and Brussels

Speaking at the two-day event, which brings together global leaders and tech executives, Macron emphasized France’s commitment to AI innovation, sustainability, and smart regulation

The project will anchor a new AI campus in France, marking a major foreign investment in Europe's AI sector. The announcement followed a meeting in Paris between French President Emmanuel Macron and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to finalize the deal

According to a statement from Netanyahu’s office, the French president assured the Israeli leader that Israeli companies would be welcome at the prestigious airshow, which is scheduled to take place in mid-June at Le Bourget Airport in Paris

The reactor, now the most powerful in the country, began supplying electricity to French households at 11:48 a.m. local time (1048 GMT), according to a statement by EDF CEO Luc Rémont. President Emmanuel Macron celebrated the achievement, describing it as a "great moment for the country" on X

Originally planned to include an outdoor speech by French President Emmanuel Macron in front of the cathedral, the ceremony will now take place entirely inside the landmark. The announcement was made by both the Elysée Palace and the Paris diocese in a joint statement

On Friday, November 29, French President Emmanuel Macron visited the cathedral's construction site for a final inspection, marking a significant milestone in the restoration process following the catastrophic fire of 2019