France’s local elections promise a preview of 2027 presidential poll
With a week to go before the first round, France’s local elections on 15 and 22 March are shaping up as a key test for political parties ahead of next year’s presidential poll.
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From war memorial to political fault line, the Paris Grand Mosque turns 100
The Grand Mosque of Paris marks its 100th anniversary this year, reviving debate over its political role and its place in French history. Built to honour Muslim soldiers who died in the First World War, the mosque has become a symbol of Islam in Franc…
From war memorial to political fault line, the Paris Grand Mosque turns 100
The Grand Mosque of Paris marks its 100th anniversary this year, reviving debate over its political role and its place in French history. Built to honour Muslim soldiers who died in the First World War, the mosque has become a symbol of Islam in Franc…
Europe Didn’t Want War With Iran. But So Far, It Can’t Stay Out of It.
From London to Rome and beyond, leaders are facing diplomatic headwinds and criticism at home as they take part in a conflict they did not seek.
Airbus Launches Mega 5,000 Seater Tech Hub To Drive ‘Make-In-India’ Aviation Push In Bangalore
Airbus has inaugurated a state-of-the-art technology centre in Bangalore, marking a significant step forward in bolstering its engineering prowess, digital innovation, and technical expertise. This facility underpins the company’s global aircraft programs and bolsters the aviation maintenance sector.The Airbus India Technology Centre stands as one of the original equipment manufacturer’s (OEM)
Macron speaks with Lebanon’s leader, as France seeks to broker a truce between Israel and Hezbollah.
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France accuses Russia of election interference using fake website
French officials have accused a Russian group tied to military intelligence of foreign interference after it sought to discredit a centre-right candidate in upcoming local elections via a fraudulent website.
‘New status quo’: Germany reaches for European conventional military dominance
Analysts noted that after decades of underinvestment, Berlin is flipping the script by moving ahead with a seismic increase in defense spending, set to hit a high mark in 2029 of €150 billion a year.
Police officer to face lesser charge over 2023 killing of teenager Nahel
A French policeman who shot and killed a teenager at point-blank range during a traffic stop in the working-class suburbs north of Paris – sparking a week of violent protests nationwide – will stand trial for ‘violence resulting in death’ rather than …
France ramps up military aid to Lebanon as Macron calls for halt in attacks
France will strengthen its cooperation with the Lebanese Armed Forces and provide armoured transport vehicles along with operational and logistical support, French President Emmanuel Macron has said, as Lebanon is pulled deeper into the war in the Mid…