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Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine security chief ahead of Paris talks
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has replaced the head of Ukraine's national security service as Kyiv prepares for upcoming high-level discussions in Paris focused on the ongoing conflict with Russia....
Zelenskyy says US team to join Paris talks on security push
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that the United States will send a delegation to participate in upcoming international discussions about bolstering Ukraine's security measures. The m...
Zelenskyy says US team will join Paris talks on security push
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that the US delegation will participate in upcoming security discussions scheduled in Paris. These meetings aim to advance international cooperation and support...
How wine and champagne helped to defeat the Nazis
During World War II in France, German shipments of alcohol such as wine and champagne were used by the Allies to gather important intelligence against Nazi forces....
France finalizes $1.3B USD contract for 2 Saab GlobalEye radar planes
France has completed a $1.3 billion deal with Saab to procure two GlobalEye airborne early warning and control aircraft. This agreement, initially announced at the Paris Air Show in June, makes France...
Ten countries warn Israel’s Gaza blockade is worsening as winter deepens
Foreign ministers from ten countries expressed alarm over worsening humanitarian conditions in Gaza as winter arrives. The statement highlighted inadequate shelter for 1.3 million people and insuffici...
Don’t Sleep on the Dassault Rafale Fighter: Here’s What It Can Carry Into Combat
The Dassault Rafale fighter jet, despite being classified as a 4.5-generation aircraft, is described as a formidable combat platform due to its extensive weapons payload capability and flexible config...
France’s security: Paris after the Olympic Games
Ahead of the opening year for the Olympics, the head of France's organizing committee pledged that Paris would be the safest city during the Games, which spread across multiple cities including Bordea...
EU Credit for Ukraine - France Proposes Limitations on Arms Purchases
France has proposed imposing restrictions on arms purchases intended for the EU credit facility aimed at supporting Ukraine's defense needs. The move comes amid discussions about how best to allocate ...
EU Credit for Ukraine - France Proposes Arms Purchase Restrictions
France has proposed imposing restrictions on weapons purchases as part of the EU credit program for Ukraine. The proposal centers around managing the flow and oversight of defense aid provided to Ukra...
France May Quit NATO - Left-wing Political Forces Initiate Resolution
Left-wing parties in France have initiated a resolution calling for France's potential exit from NATO. This move reflects growing political debate and dissatisfaction within some factions about the co...
Carney in Paris Tuesday for Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks
Jeremy Carney, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense from the US Department of Defense, will travel to Paris on Tuesday to attend peace talks concerning the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Ru...
Zoltán Fehér on Bloomberg TV
On December 4th, 2025, Zoltán Fehér, a nonresident fellow at the Atlantic Council's Global China Hub, appeared as a guest on Bloomberg TV's "The Asia Trade" episode focusing on French President Emmanu...
Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine security chief ahead of Paris talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Andriy Yepanasyuk as the country's head of security services. This decision comes just days before important diplomatic talks in Paris involving U...
Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine security chief ahead of Paris talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Oleh Kadyrbayev, the head of Ukraine's Security Service. This comes as Ukraine prepares for important meetings in Paris regarding post-conflict ar...
France, UK conduct joint strikes against IS in Syria
On Sunday, Britain and France announced joint military strikes against Islamic State (IS) targets in Syria as part of Operation Inherent Resolve. The objective was to prevent a resurgence of Islamist ...
How wine and champagne helped to defeat the Nazis
During WWII, French wine and champagne producers provided valuable intelligence to Allied forces by embedding secret messages within shipments of alcohol bound for German troops....
U.S. Relies On French Factory To Keep F-35s, Tomahawks Flying
The United States depends on a factory in France to supply critical components for its advanced weaponry such as the F-35 fighter jets and Tomahawk missiles. This underscores the interdependence of NA...
France is two years from fielding drone swarms in its armed forces
A French Army official has forecasted that within two years, France will deploy drone swarms which could potentially dehumanize combat operations, provoking a sense of unease....
F-35 and F-47 Win? FCAS ‘NGAD’ Stealth Fighter May Never Fly
The European Future Combat Air System (FCAS) program has missed another decision deadline with no resolution expected from Berlin or Paris soon. Launched in 2017 to replace Rafale and Eurofighter flee...
Ghosts Are Haunting France’s Remilitarization
France is facing historical influences that both shape and limit its current efforts to revive military culture. These historical 'ghosts' reflect past decisions, strategies, and societal attitudes to...
France, Spain Increase Russian LNG Imports as EU Ranks Among Top Buyers
Despite efforts towards reducing dependency on Russian energy sources, France and Spain have increased their imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia. The European Union continues to rank as...
Paris will continue long-term support for Ukraine
The government of France has reaffirmed its commitment to providing long-term support for Ukraine....
“I felt disgusted”: Ukrainian chess champion on FIDE welcoming Russia back while missiles still fall
The Ukraine's chess champion expresses profound dismay at the decision by the World Chess Federation (FIDE) to lift sanctions against Russian teams and players, despite continuing military aggression....
Mercosur: How Macron’s domestic weakness undercut his Brussels clout
French President Emmanuel Macron was unable to rally sufficient opposition within the EU to block the trade deal between the European Union and Mercosur. This failure highlights diminishing influence ...
French Vice President of Parliament Submits Resolution to Withdraw from NATO
The vice president of the French parliament has introduced a resolution proposing withdrawal from NATO. This development highlights internal debates within France regarding its security and military a...
Paris Officially Speaks About Possible Withdrawal from NATO
The article suggests that there are voices in Paris considering the possibility of France withdrawing from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) due to differences and disputes over strategic ...
Ukraine-U.S. Talks in Paris Reach Crucial Point Amid Territorial and Nuclear Concerns
Discussions between Ukraine and U.S. officials regarding territorial disputes and the safety of a key nuclear facility have entered a critical phase during talks in Paris....
Ukraine Allies Meet in Paris But Progress is Uncertain as US Focus Shifts
Ukrainian allies, including NATO members, convened in Paris for discussions but the progress of these talks remains uncertain due to shifting priorities within the United States, which has redirected ...
‘Remove her clothes’: Global backlash over Grok sexualized images
Grok, a tool on the social media platform X, has sparked global backlash due to its use in generating sexualized content. This issue has prompted investigations or calls for action from several countr...
Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine security chief ahead of Paris talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Oleksiy Danilov, the secretary of Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council, before the Paris meeting scheduled to discuss security matters ...
Leaders of Euro Parliament and NATO Join 'Coalition of the Willing' Meeting in Paris
Leaders from the European Parliament and NATO are participating in a meeting of the 'Coalition of the Willing' in Paris to discuss security issues, likely including regional conflicts and cooperative ...
Brigitte Macron wins France cyberbullying case over false gender theories
A Paris court convicted ten individuals for cyberbullying French First Lady Brigitte Macron by spreading false claims about her gender and sexuality, including that she was born a man. Sentences range...
Insilico signs US$888 million AI drug-development deal days after Hong Kong IPO
Biotech firm Insilico Medicine has secured a partnership worth up to US$888 million with French pharmaceutical company Servier for the development of new cancer drugs using artificial intelligence tec...
Security Advisers Discuss Peace Proposals in Ukraine Ahead of Leader Summit
Ahead of an upcoming leaders' summit, security advisers from various nations are meeting to discuss potential peace proposals aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict in Ukraine....
Carney will meet with Ukraine allies in Paris as ceasefire talks intensify
UK National Security Adviser Sir Edward Carney is scheduled to meet with allies of Ukraine in Paris amidst the increasing intensity of ceasefire negotiations....
Carney Will Meet With Ukraine Allies in Paris Amid Intensifying Peace Talks
UK Defense Secretary Ben Wallace, also known as Carney, is scheduled to meet with allies from Ukraine and other supportive countries in Paris. This meeting occurs during a period of heightened efforts...
Carney Will Meet With Ukraine Allies in Paris as Peace Talks Intensify
British Envoy Timur Carney will meet with Ukrainian allies in Paris during intensified peace talks. The meeting aims to discuss progress and strategies for resolving the ongoing conflict....
Former NATO Commander: Trump Believes in Russia's Inevitable Victory
A former NATO commander stated that U.S. President Donald Trump has an optimistic view regarding Russia's future influence and dominance over other global powers, believing in its inevitable victory....
Military Thought of the Day by Napoleon: ‘An army of lions commanded by a deer will never be an army of lions’
Napoleon's quote emphasizes that an army with great potential can be wasted if not led effectively. It highlights how France's military success under Revolutionary leadership was due to strong and dec...
Zelenskyy announces summit with allies in France on 6 January
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced a meeting with allied nations scheduled for January 6th in France. The details of the discussions and specific attendees are not provided....
HyPrSpace looks for applications beyond launch for its hybrid propulsion technology
A French launch startup called HyPrSpace has completed a funding round and is now exploring potential defense applications for its hybrid propulsion technology....
Ten years after the Paris agreement, let’s redouble efforts
France has achieved a 30% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to 1990 levels, with an additional 20% decrease between 2017 and 2024....
France condemns Israeli fire that injured UN peacekeeper in south Lebanon
France has condemned Israeli gunfire near the village of Bastarra in southern Lebanon that slightly injured a United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) peacekeeper, causing an ear concussion. T...
France Closely Tracks DRDO's Progress on 130km-Range Pinaka Mk3, Seeks Urgent Replacement for Its Ageing LRU Systems
The French Army is showing keen interest in India’s indigenous Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher system as a potential replacement for its aging Land-launched Rocket (LRU) systems....
Macron's Meeting with Putin: What Can the French President Offer the Kremlin Leader
The article discusses potential diplomatic initiatives that Emmanuel Macron might propose to Vladimir Putin during their meeting, focusing on areas of mutual interest such as security, economic cooper...
Armenia's military and economic cooperation with France and India
Armenia has been seeking new international partners due to the perceived limitations of existing security guarantees and alliances. The country has intensified its military and defense cooperation wit...
Drones fly over French strategic nuclear submarine base, media report
Drones reportedly flew over a strategic nuclear submarine base in France, according to media outlet Liberation. The incident led to standard security measures being taken, which typically involve jamm...
There's No Such Thing as an Illegal War
George Friedman discusses the concept that major powers will inevitably diverge on national interests and conflict, despite international laws against war. He references historical precedents where th...
Strikes on Daesh
The Royal Air Force carried out successful strikes against ISIS in a coordinated mission with French forces....
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