#France

Brussels Deadlock: Two Russian Oligarchs Block EU Sanctions Extension Against Moscow

Politics 09/14/2026, 23:23

EU ambassadors in Brussels failed to agree on extending sanctions against Russia: Slovakia demands lifting restrictions on Usmanov and Fridman, while France proposes a compromise on a single name. The regime expires on 15 September.

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Budanov urges EU not to lift sanctions on Fridman and Usmanov: conflict erupts in Brussels over extension of restrictions

Politics 09/12/2026, 21:44

Head of the OP Budanov urged the EU at the YES 2026 conference not to lift sanctions on Usmanov and Fridman, whom, according to Brussels sources, France and Slovakia are demanding be freed in exchange for extending the restrictions on September 15.

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EU Fails to Extend Sanctions Against Russia: Meeting Postponed to September 14 Over Slovakia and France

Politics 09/12/2026, 01:54

EU ambassadors failed to reach consensus on extending sanctions against Russia, postponing the meeting to September 14 — one day before the September 15 deadline. Slovakia's and France's demands to lift restrictions on certain businessmen put the extension at risk.

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France is preparing to transfer SAMP/T systems with Aster missiles to Ukraine, while the question of Patriot is being discussed by several countries

Politics 09/08/2026, 02:03

France, in coordination with Italy, is preparing to transfer SAMP/T air defense systems with Aster missiles to Ukraine, while several countries are discussing options for the rapid delivery of Patriot before winter. Paris has not given exact dates.

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Weimar Triangle sets the course: Germany, France and Poland to strengthen support for Ukraine and pressure on Russia

Politics 09/08/2026, 01:57

Germany, France and Poland confirmed in a joint declaration their course on continuing support for Ukraine, strengthening sanctions against Russia, and bolstering Europe's defense capability.

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Liverpool Officially Sign Bradley Barcola from PSG: A French Transfer Record and One of the Most Expensive Deals in Premier League History

Sports 08/31/2026, 21:29

Liverpool have officially completed the transfer of 23-year-old French winger Bradley Barcola from PSG. The deal's value ranges from €117 million to €145 million, setting a record in the history of Ligue 1 and ranking among the most expensive in the Premier League.

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Frenchman detained in Bari port with three Akeron combat missiles disguised as training equipment

Incidents 08/28/2026, 08:15

A 46-year-old Frenchman was detained at the Italian port of Bari, transporting five containers with military property in a minivan. Expert examination revealed three Akeron combat missiles disguised as training equipment with blue tape.

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Italy and France Prepare Air Defense Package for Ukraine with Four SAMP/T NG Batteries

Politics 08/27/2026, 15:09

Italy and France are preparing a new air defense package for Ukraine: according to media reports, it includes four SAMP/T NG batteries, Aster 30 missiles, and seven long-range radars. Ukraine will become the first country to receive the next-generation system.

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Germany seeks a role in European nuclear deterrence: from Patriot in Faslane to funding British and French programmes

Politics 08/27/2026, 08:00

Germany will not build its own nuclear arsenal, but is considering placing Patriot in Faslane, Scotland, funding British and French programmes, and taking part in exercises of the French nuclear forces.

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Macron's Weapons Egoism: France Demands Ukraine Close the Loophole for American Patriot Missiles

Politics 08/26/2026, 06:20

France is demanding strict deadlines on the exemptions that allow Ukraine to buy non-European weapons with EU money. Nine countries led by Germany are protesting, citing a lack of European production capacity.

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Paris Against 'Unlimited' Purchases: France Wants Exemptions for Non-EU Ukrainian Weapons to Be Temporary

Politics 08/26/2026, 05:34

Paris is pushing for the exemptions on Ukrainian weapons purchases outside the EU to remain temporary, while nine Northern and Eastern European countries demand maximum freedom of procurement for Kyiv.

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Zelensky: France and the UK agree to transfer Ukraine a license for Storm Shadow/SCALP production

Politics 08/25/2026, 22:02

Zelensky stated that on August 24 France and the UK agreed to transfer to Ukraine a license for the production of Storm Shadow/SCALP missiles. Deliveries of Patriot missiles and a timeline for the FREYJA system were also confirmed.

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Macron Announces Large-Scale Coalition of the Willing Military Exercises for October–November 2026

Politics 08/25/2026, 10:13

Macron, at a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing in Kyiv, announced large-scale military exercises for October–November 2026. The French leader linked the maneuvers to the preparation of security guarantees for Ukraine after the end of the war.

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France Holds Second Place in the World in Arms Exports: Rafale Becomes the Locomotive of the Defense Industry

Politics 08/23/2026, 17:11

France has retained its second-place position in the world in arms exports: 2025 orders totaled 21.2 billion euros, and the Rafale fighter became the industry's main driver amid interest from India, Ukraine, and other countries.

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SAMP/T, FREYJA and homegrown ballistics: Zelensky reveals plan to strengthen Ukraine's air defense for 2026–2028

Politics 08/23/2026, 12:14

Zelensky reported on negotiations with France and Germany on air defense: in the autumn Ukraine will receive radars and a SAMP/T system, and by the end of the year — licenses for the production of French weapons.

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Drones vs. Prisons: France Unveils Network of Thousands of Drone Drug Smuggling Deliveries

Incidents 08/20/2026, 06:47

France has uncovered a large-scale network of drug smuggling into prisons using drones: in the Rhône, thousands of deliveries were reconstructed from the digital traces of UAVs, while in Strasbourg drones are obstructing the nighttime landing of medical helicopters.

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Macron Signs Euthanasia Law: France Joins the Club of Countries with Legalized Assisted Suicide

Politics 08/20/2026, 05:02

On August 19, Macron signed a law allowing euthanasia (assisted suicide) for adults with incurable illnesses. The Constitutional Council confirmed its constitutionality but required clarification of the norms on freedom of conscience.

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Diplomatic Crisis: Iran Expels French Diplomats, Paris Responds in Kind

Politics 08/19/2026, 03:45

Iran declared two French diplomats persona non grata, accusing them of espionage. Paris responded in kind, announcing the expulsion of two Iranian diplomats.

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