In an interview about his latest book, former French minister Jean-François Copé denounces the danger of unnatural political alliances, both on the right and the left, and warns against the 'predation' of France by populists.
French Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated his belief that the European Commission will ensure Ukraine receives necessary funds, even if the final approval for an EU loan is delayed.
The culture ministers of South Korea and France met to discuss strengthening cooperation in culture, arts, and related industries, as both nations prepare to host events marking the 140th anniversary of their diplomatic ties.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has spoken out against violence and racism targeting mayors, stating that such acts must be relentlessly combated. He emphasized the need to reject all forms of violence in political and public discourse.
French Minister David Amiel has warned Bally Bagayoko, a municipal official in Saint-Denis, against dismissing agents for political reasons, stating that such actions would be illegal and subject to administrative review.
Qatar's Deputy Prime Minister held a meeting with the French Minister of Armed Forces to discuss bilateral relations, joint coordination, and regional security in light of current circumstances.
France's foreign minister Jean-Noel Barrot visited Lebanon and Israel this week as the US-Israel war on Iran has widened to enguld almost the entire West Asia
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Maud Bregeon, a French government spokesperson, accused La France Insoumise (LFI) of making political violence and antisemitism an electoral strategy, advocating for the party to be defeated through elections.
French minister Christophe Béchu emphasized the importance of limiting soil artificialization to combat floods, following recent severe flooding in Angers, Maine-et-Loire.
The US Ambassador to France assured the French Minister of Foreign Affairs that he does not wish to interfere in the public debate, following a controversy related to the death of Quentin Deranque.
French official Barrot stated that the American ambassador, Kushner, must explain his absence from a meeting to regain access to French ministers, following a controversial announcement.
Donald Trump’s ambassador to Paris, Charles Kushner, has been banned from meeting French government ministers after failing to attend a summoned meeting to explain comments related to the killing of far-right activist Quentin Deranque.
France's Foreign Minister, Jean-Noël Barrot, stated his intention to persuade Hungary not to veto the adoption of the 20th package of European sanctions against Russia.
Italian Minister Giorgetti and French Minister Séjourné met to discuss flexibility regarding the EU stability pact, a topic that has caused division within the Italian government.
The French Minister of National Education announced the creation of a new general competition for middle school students, set to begin in January or February 2027. The initiative aims to "raise standards and ambitions" and encourage excellence within collèges.
A speech by French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez from March 12 has resurfaced, in which he opposed a ban on veils for minors, leading to criticism from Marine Le Pen who accused him of aligning with the far-left.
France's Minister of Health and Families, Stéphanie Rist, has outlined the contours of a refoundation bill on child protection, co-sponsored by the Minister of Justice, Gérald Darmanin.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot proposed the idea of Canada potentially joining the European Union, a concept gaining traction amid strained relations between Ottawa and the US.
Their colleagues from the Ministry of Finance concluded on Monday, according to French Minister Roland Lescure, that "coordination is key because the conflict could be of a local nature..."
France's Vice-Defense Minister expresses regret over Germany's apparent withdrawal from a crucial European defense project, emphasizing that European strategic autonomy is not a break with the USA.
David Amiel, the new French Minister for Public Accounts, has pledged a more in-depth analysis of over 13,000 wealthy households that possess high assets but pay no income tax, urging an end to confusion in the debate.
France's foreign minister summoned the top US diplomat in Paris to explain why he ignored a previous call for talks, marking a new turn in the diplomatic dispute.
The French foreign minister is set to summon the US ambassador for discussions regarding comments made about the killing of a right-wing activist and US sanctions imposed on two French citizens.
The US Ambassador to Paris reportedly failed to appear for a summoned meeting with the French Foreign Minister, sparking renewed anger from the French government.
French Minister Delegate for Gender Equality, Aurore Bergé, called on the left to distance itself from La France Insoumise (LFI) and for the National Rally (RN) to oppose them. She characterized LFI as antisemitic, anti-France, and promoting violence.
France's Interior Minister Laurent Nunez visited Algeria, signaling a potential thaw in relations between the two countries. The visit follows previous efforts to mend diplomatic ties.
Olivier Dussopt, who previously served as Minister Delegate for Public Accounts and then Minister of Labour, is set to be proposed for the presidency of the board of directors of the Emeis group (formerly Orpea).
The French Minister of Public Accounts, David Amiel, estimated that the state collected an additional 270 million euros in tax revenue due to rising fuel prices, partly influenced by the Middle East crisis. He also noted the conflict's associated costs.
France’s Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade, Nicolas Forissier, is confirmed to visit Morocco on April 2-3 to explore opportunities related to the 2030 World Cup.
Following the INSEE's announcement of a lower-than-expected deficit of 5.1% for 2025, French Minister Sébastien Lecornu expressed cautious optimism about the public deficit potentially falling below 5% by 2026.
French Minister Sébastien Lecornu announced plans for an additional 8.5 billion euros in ammunition orders by 2030, a measure taken in the context of the Middle East war and as part of an update to the military programming law.
A French minister addressed a conference on the strategic choice of EU enlargement, focusing on France, the Western Balkans, and the EU in an uncertain geopolitical context.
French minister Sébastien Lecornu sent a letter to newly elected mayors after the municipal elections, stating 'the ballot boxes have crowned no one' and promising 'neither coercion nor immobility' from the government.
French minister Sébastien Lecornu has warned against proposals for a VAT reduction on fuels, calling such measures 'demagogic and useless,' while the Prime Minister has asked ministers for proposals to protect consumers from energy price volatility.
A French minister stated that Montenegro is closer to EU membership than Ukraine, emphasizing that EU enlargement should not be dictated by external powers, ahead of a ministerial meeting in Cyprus.
Catherine Pégard, former president of Versailles and cultural advisor to the Élysée, has been appointed as the new Minister of Culture, replacing Rachida Dati.
French ministers are boycotting the US ambassador following a furious row over comments made regarding the death of far-right activist Quentin Deranque, which had previously sparked protests in France.
The US Ambassador to France, Charles Kushner, failed to attend a meeting at the French Foreign Ministry and will no longer have direct access to French ministers.
A diplomatic dispute has erupted following the death of an activist, leading France's foreign ministry to announce that the US ambassador is barred from direct contact with French ministers.
France's interior minister announced heightened security measures for a weekend rally honoring a slain far-right activist, as the country aims to prevent further unrest.