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Mar 19 2026POLITICS

France and India Call for Calm in the Middle East

France’s President Emmanuel Macron and India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi exchanged messages on the social‑media platform X, urging a slowdown in the conflict that has escalated across the Middle East. Their posts came after Iran targeted energy sites following a series of Israeli and U. S. strike

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Three Nations Plan to Share Defence Buying Power

Britain, Finland and the Netherlands are thinking about working together to buy weapons and equipment. They want to split costs so each country spends less while getting better gear. The idea is part of a bigger plan that could start by 2027. The three governments are not the only ones involved. Ot

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Britain Eyes Ship Support for Cyprus Air Base

Britain is ready to move a warship into the eastern Mediterranean to protect its air base on Cyprus after a drone attack. A missile fired by Iran hit the runway of the Royal Air Force station in Akrotiri early Monday, showing that Iranian forces are targeting UK assets. Reports say Defence Min

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

France Plans to Share Nuclear Jets With Allies

France’s president has announced a bold shift in the country’s nuclear policy, saying that France will not only grow its arsenal but also allow other nations to host its nuclear‑armed aircraft for short periods. The move, revealed at a military base that houses France’s submarine fleet, signals a ne

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

France Finally Joins EU in Labeling Iran's Guards as Terrorists

France has had a change of heart. After long hesitation, it now supports adding Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to the EU's terrorism list. This shift comes as EU foreign ministers meet to discuss new sanctions against Iran for its harsh crackdown on protests. The IRGC, created afte

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Jan 26 2026POLITICS

France's Bold Move: Should Kids Under 15 Be Banned From Social Media?

France is making waves with a new plan to keep kids under 15 off social media. This isn't just a random idea; it's part of a bigger trend happening around the world. The French government is serious about this and wants the ban ready by September, right when the new school year starts. President Ma

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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

France's Stance on World Cup Amid Greenland Deal

France's sports minister has spoken out about the recent U. S. deal involving Greenland and its potential impact on the upcoming World Cup. Marina Ferrari, the French Minister of Sports, Youth and Community Life, made it clear that France has no plans to boycott the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is set

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Jan 17 2026CRIME

Britain's Train Crime Wave: Who's Behind It?

Britain's trains, once seen as safe and orderly, are now facing a serious crime problem. New data shows that foreign nationals are involved in a large number of arrests on trains and subways. In fact, they make up 80% of theft arrests and 40% of violent crime suspects. This is a big deal because mig

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Jan 17 2026POLITICS

France's Leader Tries to Fix Money Problems

France's Prime Minister, Sebastien Lecornu, is working hard to solve budget issues. He is trying to make a deal with other key groups. This is to prevent his government from collapsing. He believes the new budget is an improvement. It aims to unite people and is seen as more responsible. He shared

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

French Government Braces for Political Storms

France is in the middle of some serious political drama. Two groups, the far-right National Rally and the hard-left France Unbowed, are trying to pass no-confidence votes against the government. But don't expect them to succeed. These votes are mostly just a big protest against the EU's new trade de

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