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France backs deeper EU-Canada ties as associate membership proposal gains attention

France has expressed support for strengthening relations between the European Union and Canada, while stressing that any proposal concerning a new form of partnership should be carefully examined before Paris adopts a final position. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said on Thursday that......

France warns against foreign interference ahead of 2027 presidential election

France has issued a firm warning against any attempt to influence its democratic process from abroad as preparations intensify for the 2027 presidential election, with the government reaffirming that electoral integrity will remain a national priority. The statement comes amid renewed concerns over......

French diplomats return to Paris after targeted assault in Tehran, says foreign minister

Two French diplomats who were assaulted while serving in Tehran have returned to Paris, where they are receiving government support following what French authorities describe as a deliberate attack linked to their diplomatic responsibilities. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot confirmed that......

France urges Iceland to reopen EU membership talks ahead of key referendum

France has encouraged Iceland to reopen negotiations on joining the European Union, with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot arguing that Reykjavik has "nothing to lose" by restarting the accession process ahead of a decisive national referendum. Speaking alongside Icelandic Foreign......

France to summon Russian ambassador over alleged cyber campaign targeting Europe

France will summon Russia's ambassador in the coming days following what Paris describes as a large-scale cyber campaign allegedly conducted by Russian intelligence services against several European countries, including France. The announcement signals a further escalation in diplomatic tensions......

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu chooses Morocco for first official overseas visit

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu will make Morocco the destination of his first official trip abroad since taking office, underscoring the strategic importance of Franco-Moroccan relations. The two-day visit to Rabat is scheduled for July 15–16 and will bring together senior officials......

Jean-Noël Barrot tipped as potential centrist candidate for France 2027 presidential election

French political discussions around the 2027 presidential election are beginning to take shape, with centrist figures increasingly positioning potential candidates ahead of the official campaign period. A senior member of the MoDem party, Deputy Richard Ramos, suggested that Foreign Minister Jean-Noël......

France denies requesting ban on Iranian opposition rally in Paris

France’s foreign ministry has denied allegations that it requested the cancellation of an Iranian opposition rally scheduled to take place in Paris, rejecting claims made by organizers that the government was involved in the decision to ban the event. The controversy emerged after the National......

France and Morocco prepare historic state visit of HM King Mohammed VI

Diplomatic relations between France and Morocco are entering a new phase as both governments prepare a long-anticipated state visit by His Majesty King Mohammed VI. The announcement followed talks in Rabat between Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita, and his French counterpart,......