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POLITICSSep 15Russia slams France's nuclear umbrella plan as 'reckless'After Finland became the 10th country to join a French security plan to bring other European countries under its nuclear umbrella, a Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman said the French initiative was 'creating risks' for Moscow.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSSep 14France in ‘astonishing’ push to lift EU sanctions on Russian oligarchParis replicates Viktor Orbán’s tactics in bid to free French nationals from AzerbaijanFinancial Times
CONFLICTSep 14France says Russia seeks to 'intimidate' EU with train attack near PolandRFI [en]
POLITICSSep 11France joins Slovakia in asking to delist Russian oligarch UsmanovFrance joins Slovakia in demanding delisting of Russian oligarch Usmanov ahead of sanctions deadline in sensitive talks held among EU ambassadors.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 8Vietnam’s To Lam visits Russia and France amid South China Sea tensionsVietnam’s president and Communist Party chief travels to Russia and France this week, on a trip analysts say is designed to do double duty: shore up support for Hanoi’s claims in the South China Sea and help bankroll its bid to become a high-income economy by 2045. To Lam’s itinerary encompasses talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow before flying to Paris to meet French President Emmanuel Macron and attend an International Space Summit from Wednesday. By engaging two opposing...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 6France cant finance Ukraine forever - Le Pen party headThe head of Le Pen's party has stated that France cannot indefinitely finance Ukraine, indicating a potential shift or challenge in European support for the country.parisguardian.com · France
POLITICSSep 6France cant finance Ukraine forever - Le Pen party headThe head of Le Pen's party has stated that France cannot continue to finance Ukraine indefinitely. This statement suggests a potential shift in French foreign policy regarding aid to Ukraine.parisguardian.com · France
POLITICSSep 6France cant finance Ukraine forever Le Pen partys headThe head of Le Pen's party has stated that France cannot provide indefinite financing to Ukraine. This indicates a significant political stance that could influence international support for Ukraine.philippinetimes.com · Philippines
POLITICSSep 6France cant finance Ukraine forever Le Pen party headThe head of a French political party stated that France cannot continue to finance Ukraine indefinitely. This comment reflects internal political debates concerning foreign aid and international commitments.philippinetimes.com · Philippines
POLITICSSep 5New milestones in Việt Nam comprehensive strategic partnerships with Russia , FranceVietnam is reaching new levels in its comprehensive strategic partnerships with both Russia and France. This indicates evolving diplomatic relationships and potential shifts in international alliances.vietnamnews.vn · Vietnam
CONFLICTAug 27Russia lashes out at UK, France over Ukraine missile technology transferSouth China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 25EXCLUSIVE: France wants to limit Ukraine's non-European procurement with EU moneyFrance seeks time limits on Ukraine's derogations for non-EU defence purchases under €90bn loan, in push for European — and French — producers. Kyiv benefits from exemptions for Chinese and US parts.EuroNews [en]
CONFLICTAug 24UK, France ‘re-announce’ anti-missile technology for Ukraine: ‘None will be online for years’Annette Young is pleased to welcome Dr. Frank Ledwidge, former military intelligence officer and Senior Lecturer in Strategy at Portsmouth University. According to Dr. Ledwidge, the latest European commitments to Ukraine are merely politically symbolic. He warns that the coalition is failing to address Kyiv's most urgent problem: air defence. Ukraine needs interceptors capable of defeating Russian ballistic and hypersonic missiles, The war-torn country remains exposed to attacks on its defence industry and Russia’s ruthless campaign against civil energy infrastructure as winter approaches.France 24 [en]
CONFLICTAug 24France gathers Ukraine allies to boost resistance to RussiaFrance is gathering allies of Ukraine to enhance their collective resistance against Russia. This action aims to strengthen support and coordination for Ukraine in the ongoing conflict.theuknews.com · United Kingdom
MILITARYAug 22France promises interceptor missiles to Ukraine after latest deadly Russian drone strikes'It is crucial to provide Ukraine with all the necessary means to... thwart this aggression,' said Marcron on Saturday, August 22, ahead of the Coalition of the Willing's Monday meeting to ramp up pressure on Moscow.Le Monde [en]
CONFLICTAug 22Macron says France will provide more interceptor missiles to UkraineFrench President Macron has announced that France will supply additional interceptor missiles to Ukraine. This signifies continued military support for Ukraine in its ongoing conflict.presstv.co.uk
CONFLICTAug 22France agrees to accelerate air defence deliveries to Ukraine , Zelenskiy saysFrance has agreed to accelerate the delivery of air defense systems to Ukraine, according to a statement from Zelenskiy. This development is significant for Ukraine's defense capabilities amidst ongoing conflict.cyprus-mail.com · Cyprus
CONFLICTBREAKINGAug 22France to deliver interceptor missiles to Ukraine after fresh wave of Russian strikesFrance 24 [en]
CONFLICTBREAKINGAug 22France to give new interceptor missiles to Ukraine, Macron saysEuroNews [en]
CONFLICTAug 21France announces meeting of 'coalition of the willing' Ukraine allies as Russia steps up airstrikesLeaders of France, Germany and the United Kingdom will co-chair the meeting of countries pledging defense support to Ukraine in Kyiv on Monday, the French presidency said Friday. The meeting comes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urges a response to increased ballistic missile strikes on the capital.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSAug 18France 2027 election : Russia denies interference , calls anti - Russian policy doomed to failure Russia has denied interference in France's 2027 election, asserting that anti-Russian policies are 'doomed to failure.' This highlights ongoing tensions and allegations of foreign influence in democratic processes.aa.com.tr · Turkey
POLITICSAug 6Moscow calls France's expulsion of propagandist Fedorova 'persecution'France's interior ministry ordered the Russian propagandist's deportation after accusations that she was churning out Kremlin propaganda on French television and radio.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSAug 5Theme park or political park: Did France's 'Puy du Fou' break Russian sanctions?Is one of France’s favorite theme parks a ‘Disneyland for Dictators,’ as The Guardian claims? The British paper has uncovered documents that indicate the French theme park ‘Puy du Fou’ continued working with a Russian oligarch long after sanctions on him were in place, in addition to ties with Vladimir Putin. Solange Mougin has more on the popular French destination, its expansion plans abroad and how critics say it is re-writing history.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 4France suspects Russian meddling in run-up to presidential raceLe Monde [en]