Keywords: Jean Noel Barrot


France rules out lifting Iran sanctions amid ongoing Strait of Hormuz tensions

France has stated that it will not consider lifting sanctions on Iran as long as tensions persist over the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route for oil and energy supplies. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot emphasized that the reopening and free navigation of the strait is essential......

France condemns Trump’s criticism of The Pope as “Unacceptable”

France has strongly criticized recent remarks by former U.S. President Donald Trump targeting Pope Leo XIV, describing them as “unacceptable” amid rising tensions between political and religious figures. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot expressed concern over the tone of the......

France calls for Lebanon to be included in ceasefire framework

France has called for Lebanon to be fully included in the scope of the recent ceasefire agreement between United States and Iran, stressing the need for broader regional stability. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot emphasized that limiting the ceasefire to a single front would not be sufficient......

Bourita holds talks with French counterpart in Paris

Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Nasser Bourita, held talks on Tuesday in Paris with France’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Jean‑Noël Barrot. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the World Nuclear......

Turkish and French Foreign Ministers discuss regional tensions in phone call

Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a phone conversation with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot on Monday to discuss ongoing regional developments, according to Turkish diplomatic sources. The officials explored ways to reduce tensions in the region and reviewed potential measures......

France rejects externally imposed solution in Venezuela while criticising Maduro’s grip on power

France has voiced its opposition to any political solution imposed from outside Venezuela, while sharply criticising President Nicolas Maduro for undermining democratic principles and concentrating power. The position was outlined by French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot following the recent......

France strengthens diplomatic efforts in Latin America against drug trafficking

France is set to enhance the role of its embassies in Latin America in the fight against drug trafficking, according to Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot. In an interview with Journal du Dimanche, Barrot emphasized that cooperation with drug-producing countries has already yielded results but remains......

Morocco advances feminist diplomacy as cornerstone of global peace and equality

Morocco has declared its pursuit of gender equality as an irreversible national project, deeply rooted in both domestic reforms and international diplomacy. Speaking at the 4th Conference on Feminist Diplomacies in Paris, Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita underscored that under His Majesty King Mohammed......

UN faces global challenges at 80th General Assembly amid new geopolitical shifts

As the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary, world leaders convene at the General Assembly to address escalating conflicts, financial instability, and transformative global issues. The summit, held against the backdrop of wars, climate crises, and advancing technologies, aims to foster international......