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UK and France troop deployment is “mandatory” for security guarantees, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has emphasized that the presence of troops from the UK and France in a Coalition of the Willing framework is essential for ensuring effective security commitmen...
France says Maduro capture violates international law
France has condemned the military operation leading to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro as a violation of international law. The French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs stress...
Carney Will Meet With Ukraine Allies in Paris Amid Intensifying Ceasefire Talks
The meeting scheduled between Carney and allied nations of Ukraine in Paris aims at discussing the intensifying ceasefire talks regarding the ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine....
PM Mark Carney heading to France for Ukraine peace talks
Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to travel to France to participate in discussions aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine....
France firms up its intention to procure GlobalEye AEW&C aircraft from Saab
The French General Directorate of Armaments (DGA) has contracted with Saab as of December 30, 2025, to procure several GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft....
Carney will meet with Ukraine allies in Paris as peace talks intensify
US Special Representative for Ukraine Kurt Volker's counterpart Victor Carney is set to convene meetings with allied nations in Paris amidst the escalation of peace negotiations in Ukraine....
Carney Will Meet With Ukraine Allies in Paris As Peace Talks Intensify
British General Sir Michael Carney will meet with Ukrainian allies in Paris as peace talks between Ukraine and Russia continue to intensify. The meeting is part of ongoing diplomatic efforts to find a...
France and Britain Ready to Monitor Truce in Ukraine Without UN or EU Mandate
France and Britain are prepared to oversee the ceasefire in Ukraine independently of any authorization from the United Nations or the European Union....
How wine and champagne helped to defeat the Nazis
During World War II, French wine and champagne distributors collaborated with the British Special Operations Executive (SOE) by using their alcohol shipments as a cover for transmitting intelligence t...
Airbus scores major win in China with orders for 145 A320 aircraft
European aircraft manufacturer Airbus secured orders for 145 A320neo planes from Chinese airlines, a significant victory in the competitive aerospace market against US rival Boeing. The orders were ne...
Zelensky: Security Advisors of Coalition of the Willing to Meet January 3 in Ukraine, Leaders May Meet January 6 in France
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that security advisors from countries part of the Coalition of the Willing will convene on January 3rd in Ukraine. Additionally, it's anticipated that leaders fr...
France orders Saab GlobalEye for airborne early warning
France has placed an order for two Saab GlobalEye aircraft and has options to acquire two additional units. Deliveries of the aircraft are scheduled to begin in 2029....
Ukraine Hits France: Media Sounds Alarm
The article discusses how Ukrainian actions have alarmed French media, leading to significant concerns and discussions regarding the impact of Ukraine's recent activities on its relationship with Fran...
2025 in review: Navy
An overview of naval developments and operations within NATO member states and allied countries throughout 2025 focusing on capability enhancements, technological advancements, deployments, and strate...
Russia makes ‘proposal’ to France over jailed NGO researcher Vinatier
The Kremlin announced that Russia has proposed an offer to France concerning Francoise Laurent Vinatier, who is serving a three-year sentence in Russia for allegedly failing to register as a foreign a...
Fujian enters service, J-10C’s combat action: 10 China military developments in 2025
China's latest military development includes the entry of the Fujian aircraft carrier into service at Sanya, Hainan province, according to state media reports. The report also briefly mentions a compa...
France to build new aircraft carrier — Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to construct a new aircraft carrier for France's navy as part of efforts to strengthen the country's maritime power projection....
Russia terminates military agreements with Portugal, France and Canada
Russia has ended military cooperation agreements with Portugal, France, and Canada due to their support of EU proposals to use Russian frozen assets for loans to Ukraine during Russia's ongoing confli...
Is Europe's mega defence project FCAS in danger of failing over Germany-France disagreements?
The Future Combat Air System (FCAS), initiated in 2017 with an estimated cost of over €100 billion, aims to bolster European defense capabilities through the development of advanced fighter aircraft a...
Space no longer peaceful, President Macron set to say in new space strategy review
French President Emmanuel Macron plans to state that France and Europe must prepare to defend their interests in space during a new space strategy review on Wednesday. The declaration underscores the ...
Paris Meeting: Moving Closer to Peace in Ukraine?
At a meeting in Paris, France, the UK, and Ukraine signed an agreement with US support for deploying a multinational force in Ukraine. The move received mixed reactions from various media outlets....
Only PM controls UK nuclear weapons, says minister
The UK government has affirmed that Prime Minister retains sole authority over control of nuclear weapons despite closer nuclear cooperation with France under the Northwood Declaration. This declarati...
US President Trump Claims He Saved NATO From Collapse
US President Donald Trump claims that he saved NATO from collapsing by demanding more burden sharing among member states and insisting on increased defense spending....
Dassault Eyes Indian Manufacturing Hub to Scale Rafale Production Beyond 50 Jets Per Year Amid Increasing Global Demand
Dassault Aviation plans to establish a manufacturing hub in India to meet the rising global demand for its Rafale fighter jets beyond a production rate of 50 jets per year. The company reports a signi...
French Ministry of Foreign Affairs Declares Crisis in Relations with US
The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed concern and declared that there is currently a crisis in diplomatic relations between France and the United States....
F-35 Who? Every Air Force Wants the New ‘Super’ Dassault Rafale Fighter
Dassault Aviation exceeded its 2025 production targets for the Rafale fighter by delivering 26 aircraft, marking a significant progress in the program. To meet growing export demand, the company plans...
Some common food preservatives associated with higher risk of cancer, diabetes, new studies find
Large cohort studies from France indicate that people who regularly consume certain food preservatives have increased risks of developing type 2 diabetes and specific types of cancer....
UK and France Plan to Establish Military Hub in Ukraine as Part of Peace Initiative
The United Kingdom and France are considering establishing a military hub in Ukraine as part of their efforts to support a peace initiative for the ongoing conflict....
UK and France Consider Establishing Military Hub in Ukraine for Peace Plan
The United Kingdom and France are contemplating the establishment of a military hub in Ukraine as part of their peace initiative aimed at stabilizing the region....
Carney Travelling to Paris for Meetings with Ukraine Allies
John Carney, NATO Supreme Allied Commander Transformation, is traveling to Paris to meet with allies supporting Ukraine. The meetings aim to coordinate and strengthen support for Ukraine in its defens...
Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine security chief ahead of Paris talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed a new head for the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), replacing Vasyl Hrodzenny, a week before he is expected to attend meetings in Paris with oth...
Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine security chief ahead of Paris talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed the head of Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council as diplomatic discussions in Paris involving world leaders approach. The move is seen ...
Carney Heads to Paris as Allies Discuss Security Guarantees for Ukraine
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg's deputy, Mircea Geoărelu Carney (likely referring to a diplomatic visit from Jeremy Stone Carney), is traveling to Paris for consultations among NATO allies fo...
France and Britain Launch Air Strike on ISIL Weapons Cache in Syria
France and Britain have conducted an air strike targeting an ISIL weapons storage facility in Syria....
British and French jets strike target in Syria
Royal Air Force (RAF) aircraft, supported by their French counterparts, launched joint airstrikes targeting an Islamic State underground facility located within Syrian territory....
Zelenskyy says US team will join Paris talks on security push
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that a delegation from the United States will be joining discussions in Paris aimed at bolstering Ukraine's security measures and defense capabilities....
SAAB Considers Cooperation With Airbus To Develop 6th Generation Jets
Swedish defence company SAAB is considering a direct partnership with Airbus Defence and Space for the development of a sixth-generation combat aircraft. This move comes as SAAB CEO Micael Johansson s...
Macron's Meeting with Putin: What France's President Can Offer Kremlin Chief
President Emmanuel Macron and Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet to discuss bilateral relations, including trade opportunities and security challenges in Europe. The meeting is expected to foc...
Algeria declares French colonisation a crime and demands reparations
The Algerian parliament has unanimously passed a law declaring France's colonisation of Algeria as a crime against humanity, demanding formal apologies and reparations from the former colonial power. ...
Top Stories 2025: International Operations in the Western Pacific
In 2025, U.K. and French carrier strike groups executed deployments in the Western Pacific. Notably, the French Carrier Strike Group (CSG) embarked on a five-month deployment named “Clemenceau 25,” st...
France's inaugural defence bond issuance shows appetite across Europe is strong
France's public investment bank sought to raise €1 billion with its initial defence bond issuance but received interest nearly four times that amount. This high level of demand could bolster the case ...
Le Pen’s concession in court signals shift in high-stakes appeal
Marine Le Pen, leader of France's far-right National Rally party, has conceded in court as part of her attempt to challenge a ruling that prohibits her from running in the upcoming 2027 presidential e...
India-France 120 kN Engine Partnership to Establish Complete Aero-Engine Testing Ecosystem in India
India and France are nearing a significant agreement to co-develop a new 120 kN-class aero-engine. The focus now is on swiftly establishing an extensive testing ecosystem within India to support the e...
Latest Greenland Crisis Developments and Trump... French Warning Against End of NATO
The article discusses the latest developments concerning President Donald Trump's interest in purchasing Greenland from Denmark and how this affects EU-NATO relations. It highlights a warning by Franc...
Demonstrators in London, Paris, Istanbul back Iran protests
Demonstrations supporting protests in Iran occurred in major European cities on Sunday. In London, rallies initially gathered around the Iranian embassy and later approached the British Prime Minister...
France Discusses Leaving NATO Due to Trump's Policy
French officials have expressed concerns and discussed the possibility of France leaving NATO due to U.S. President Donald Trump's foreign policy stance which emphasizes burden sharing and questions a...
How Macron's Domestic Weakness Undermines His Clout in Brussels
The article discusses how Emmanuel Macron's domestic political challenges have limited his influence within the European Union (EU). It highlights that despite his ambitious initiatives to strengthen ...
Senator Pushkov Evaluates French Politicians' Idea of Leaving NATO
Russian Senator Alexei Pushkov has commented on the proposal by some French politicians to consider leaving NATO. He suggested that France's exit from the alliance would weaken Europe’s security and b...
French National Assembly Vice President Submits Resolution to Withdraw from NATO
A vice president of the French National Assembly has submitted a resolution advocating for France's withdrawal from NATO. The move reflects an ongoing debate about France’s strategic security policies...
Greenland PM Welcomes European Backing, Calls For US Talks
Premier of Greenland has expressed approval for support from European nations - including UK, France, Germany, Italy, Poland and Spain alongside Denmark - stating that they will uphold principles such...
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