Leaders of France and Greece say the EU's defense splurge is no alternative to the NATO alliance - AP News

Leaders of France and Greece say the EU's defense splurge is no alternative to the NATO alliance  AP News

Macron says EU joint defense clause is 'stronger' than NATO one

The mutual defense clause enshrined in Article 42.7 of the Treaty of the European Union, which requires other EU countries to come to the defense of any member under attack, is 'steadfast,' Macron said.

German chancellor outlines Ukraine's EU integration without fast-track membership

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has advocated for closer involvement of Ukraine in the European Union's processes, while stressing that rapid accession is not feasible.

By Khrystyna Bondarieva,Roman Petrenko

Macron touches Beijing’s nerves on Taiwan and Tibet as he heads for the exit

From Taiwan to Tibet, French President Emmanuel Macron has touched Beijing’s nerves on a range of sensitive issues over the past few weeks. On a trip to Japan earlier this month, he and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi “emphasised the importance of peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and urged a peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues through constructive dialogue”. The irritation for Beijing was less about the language and more about the timing, with the joint statement coming...

By Orange Wang

Leaders of France and Greece say the EU's defense splurge is no alternative to the NATO alliance

China condemns EU's inclusion of Chinese entities in sanctions package against Russia - The Straits Times

China condemns EU's inclusion of Chinese entities in sanctions package against Russia  The Straits Times

US ‘punishment’ plan for allies deepens Europe rift; Nato says expulsion not possible

In call with Iranian president, PM says Pakistan committed to serving as 'honest and sincere facilitator'

Hours after an Iranian delegation departed Islamabad, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and said that Pakistan was committed to serving as an “honest and sincere facilitator”. In a post on the social media platform X, PM Shehbaz said that he had a “warm and constructive” call with the Iranian president on the evolving regional situation. “I appreciated Iran’s continued engagement, including the high-level delegation to Islamabad led by Fo...

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France's Macron tells Greek PM Mitsotakis: 'We will be by your side'

France's President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday assured Greek leaders that they would be able to count on the support of France during any regional disputes.

By RFI

Beijing Warns Europe As Chinese Entities Included In Russia Sanctions

The European Union sanctions package on Russia targets third-country suppliers of critical high-tech items, including China-based entities

Support for Cyprus ‘gamechanger’ for EU defence, say Mitsotakis, Macron

Support provided to Cyprus during recent regional tensions was described as a “gamechanger” by Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Saturday, who said European allies acted collectively to assist a member state facing security threats. Speaking alongside French President Emmanuel Macron during a visit to the frigate Kimon in Piraeus, Mitsotakis said that “we supported […]

Greece and France sign nine agreements

A ceremony for the signing of a series of agreements between Greece and France was held at the Maximos Mansion, beginning with the Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, signed by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and the President of France, Emmanuel Macron. The following agreements were also signed by the competent ministers of the two countries: An […]

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EU mutual assistance clause is unambiguous, France’s Macron says - eKathimerini.com

EU mutual assistance clause is unambiguous, France’s Macron says  eKathimerini.com

EU Ministers Fail To Suspend EU-Israeli Cooperation Agreement; Germany Calls 'Inappropriate'

EU Ministers Fail To Suspend EU-Israeli Cooperation Agreement; Germany Calls 'Inappropriate' Via Remix News, A move to end the EU-Israel Association Agreement has been struck down, led by objections from Germany, Austria, and Italy. The accord, in existence since 2000, has served as the framework for EU-Israeli relations pertaining to both trade and foreign policy, with a key pillar being Israel’s access to the markets of EU member states. 13 October 2025, Berlin: The flags of I...

By Tyler Durden

Czech analyst: European militaries should learn from Ukraine’s Armed Forces

Europe already has its own army – this is the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and other European militaries should learn from it.

Macron to Mitsotakis: Greece is a model of economic progress, France will invest more

The French president spoke of an alignment of the geostrategic interests of Greece and France and called on French companies to invest in our country. He also sent a message about an “alliance of independents” and expressed his support for the IMEC corridor The post Macron to Mitsotakis: Greece is a model of economic progress, France will invest more appeared first on ProtoThema English.

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Russia warns of 'tough' response to EU sanctions - AzerNews

Russia warns of 'tough' response to EU sanctions  AzerNews