Emmanuel Macron: News
13 Dec 2024
FranceFrance's President Macron appoints Francois Bayrou as new prime minister
French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Francois Bayrou as the country's new prime minister.
12 Dec 2024
ChinaTrump invites China's Xi Jinping to his presidential inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump has invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to his inauguration on January 20, 2025.
08 Dec 2024
Donald TrumpZelenskyy says talks with Trump were 'good and productive'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met US president-elect Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron face-to-face for the first time in Paris on Saturday.
07 Dec 2024
ParisWhy Notre Dame Cathedral is significant to world history
The Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, a Gothic architectural masterpiece over 850 years old, will open its doors to the public on Saturday (local time) after a five-year-long restoration.
05 Dec 2024
FranceWhy French PM was ousted after just 91 days
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier was on Wednesday ousted from office after a historic no-confidence vote by lawmakers.
05 Dec 2024
FranceFrench PM Michel Barnier ousted in no-confidence vote: What next
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier has been ousted from office after a no-confidence vote in the National Assembly.
03 Dec 2024
Donald TrumpTrump to attend Notre Dame Cathedral's grand reopening in Paris
United States President-elect Donald Trump has announced his plans to attend the grand reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris this weekend.
03 Dec 2024
FranceFrench government on brink of collapse—What this means for Macron
The French government, led by Prime Minister Michel Barnier, is on the verge of collapse after no-confidence motions were filed by both left and far-right opposition parties.
27 Nov 2024
IsraelExplained: Israel, Hezbollah reach ceasefire deal for Lebanon
Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a United States-brokered ceasefire deal in Lebanon, starting Wednesday.
06 Nov 2024
Antonio GuterresWho is Israel Katz, the new Israeli Defense Minister
Israel Katz has been named Israel's new Defense Minister after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired Yoav Gallant.
30 Oct 2024
Donald TrumpHow fitness app Strava is exposing whereabouts of world leaders!
A recent investigation by French newspaper Le Monde has revealed that the confidential movements of global leaders like US President Joe Biden, Donald Trump, Kamala Harris, and others can be tracked online.
11 Oct 2024
Emily in ParisFrench president-Roman mayor fight over 'Emily in Paris.' Here's why
A light-hearted dispute has broken out between French President Emmanuel Macron and Rome's Mayor Roberto Gualtieri over the Netflix series Emily in Paris.
06 Oct 2024
Benjamin Netanyahu'A...disgrace': Netanyahu as Macron calls for arms embargo in Gaza
French President Emmanuel Macron has come under fire from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the former's proposal to stop supplying Israel with weapons for use in Gaza.
27 Sep 2024
Benjamin Netanyahu'Will speak in actions': Netanyahu rejects call for Lebanon ceasefire
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Jerusalem would continue its offensive against Hezbollah in Lebanon until all objectives are met, despite the United States—its key ally, urging a ceasefire.
26 Sep 2024
GermanyMacron backs permanent UNSC seat for India
French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed support for India's bid to secure a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
25 Sep 2024
Benjamin NetanyahuHezbollah confirms its top commander killed in Israel's airstrike
A day after Israel carried out its largest aerial assault on Hezbollah in southern Lebanon—resulting in 558 deaths, including 50 children, and over 1,800 injuries—the Iran-backed group confirmed on Wednesday the death of one of its senior commanders—Ibrahim Mohammed Kobeissi.
22 Sep 2024
France'Nuclear submarines, jet engines...': France's big offer to India
The Emmanuel Macron government is prepared to discuss and support the construction of nuclear attack submarines, the complete transfer of technology for 110 kilo-Newton thrust aircraft engines, and fully capable underwater drones to India.
05 Sep 2024
FranceMacron appoints ex-Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier as French PM
French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Michel Barnier, the European Union's former Brexit negotiator, as his new prime minister.
02 Sep 2024
International Olympic Committee (IOC)Row over plan to keep Olympic rings on Eiffel Tower
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo has sparked controversy by expressing her desire to keep the Olympic rings on the Eiffel Tower after the summer Games conclude.
28 Aug 2024
TelegramTelegram CEO transferred to French court after 4-day police custody
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov (39) has been released from custody by French police and transferred to court for questioning, following his arrest on allegations of the messaging platform being used for illicit activities.
23 Aug 2024
Narendra ModiWhy Modi is taking train to Ukraine instead of flight
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a historic 20-hour overnight train journey from Poland to Ukraine on Thursday (local time).
11 Aug 2024
2024 Paris Olympics2024 Paris Olympics: All we know about the closing ceremony
The highly-octane 2024 Paris Olympics has reached its business end.
31 Jul 2024
FranceNetizens lose it over French President Macron, minister's 'embarrassing' kiss
French President Emmanuel Macron is currently under scrutiny following an intimate kiss with his sports minister, Amelie Oudea-Castera.
27 Jul 2024
Britney SpearsWhy netizens are branding Paris Olympics opening 'worst-ever': A breakdown
Many had hopes that the Opening Ceremony of the Paris Olympics would be spectacular, considering that France had spent an estimated $8.9 billion for the games.
19 Jul 2024
OlympicsAre Olympians safe to swim in Seine after 'poop' threat?
Paris is facing a situation akin to the movie "Under Paris."
12 Jul 2024
Donald TrumpVideo: Biden calls Ukraine's Zelenskyy 'President Putin' at NATO summit
United States President Joe Biden delivered an impassioned news conference on the last day of the NATO summit in Washington, DC, on Thursday in an attempt to allay worries about his advanced age and ability to lead.
11 Jul 2024
MarseilleWhy French government is hurriedly pushing homeless out of Paris
As the Olympic Games in Paris 2024 near, the French government is making every effort to beautify the city.
07 Jul 2024
ParisThe scandalous romance between Macron, 15, and 40-year-old future wife
Many argue that the fixation with the age gap between French President Emmanuel Macron, 46, and his 71-year-old wife, Brigitte, is an indication of profoundly ingrained misogyny, as men in positions of authority often wed much younger women.
03 Jul 2024
FranceHow 200+ withdrawn candidatures may block far-right in French elections
In an unprecedented move, over 200 candidates have withdrawn from the second round of France's parliamentary elections to prevent the far-right National Rally (RN) from gaining power.
21 Jun 2024
FranceAntisemitism outcry in France over 12-year-old Jewish girl's alleged rape
An alleged rape of a 12-year-old Jewish girl by two boys has sparked outrage across France and pushed antisemitism to the center of the country's parliamentary election campaign.
Modi, Macron agree to intensify strategic defense cooperation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron have agreed to strengthen strategic defense cooperation, with a particular emphasis on the "Make in India" initiative.
14 Jun 2024
Narendra ModiG7 Summit: What's on PM Modi's agenda?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Italy on Thursday night to attend the 50th G7 Summit, his first foreign visit after assuming office for the third consecutive term.
10 Jun 2024
Marine Le PenMacron dissolves French parliament, calls a snap election
French President Emmanuel Macron has called for a snap parliamentary election within the next 30 days after exit polls indicated the far-right opposition would easily defeat his Renaissance party in the European parliamentary elections.
13 May 2024
AmazonMicrosoft commits €4B to develop AI data centers in France
Microsoft and Amazon, two leading US tech companies, have committed to investing billions in France's technology infrastructure.
18 Apr 2024
Joe Biden'Don't move on Haifa': Biden confuses Israeli city with Rafah
United States President Joe Biden on Tuesday confused the Israeli port city of Haifa with Rafah, a city in southern Gaza, in a startling gaffe.
17 Apr 2024
FranceDrama series on French First Lady Brigitte Macron is coming
Gaumont, the esteemed French production company, has announced its plans to produce a six-part drama series about the life of Brigitte Macron, France's First Lady.
14 Apr 2024
FranceMacron's wife sues conspiracists who claim she was born man
Brigitte Macron, the wife of French President Emmanuel Macron, is taking legal action against conspiracy theorists who claim she was born a man.
29 Jan 2024
ChinaChina's message on ties with France after Macron's India visit
Chinese President Xi Jinping is eager to "break new ground" in China-France relations.
26 Jan 2024
Republic DayCoin toss with Pakistan: How India won the presidential buggy
On India's 75th Republic Day, Indian President Droupadi Murmu and her French counterpart Emmanuel Macron traveled from the Rashtrapati Bhavan to participate in the grand parade at Kartavya Path.
26 Jan 2024
Republic DayMacron unveils plans to encourage Indians to study in France
French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday announced measures his country is taking to welcome 30,000 Indian students to French universities by 2030.
26 Jan 2024
Republic DayIndia celebrates 75th Republic Day with focus on 'Nari Shakti'
India is poised to mark a historic milestone with its 75th Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi on Friday.
25 Jan 2024
Narendra ModiPM in UP today; likely to launch 2024 poll campaign
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to launch the campaign for the 2024 general elections with a grand rally in Uttar Pradesh's Bulandshahr on Thursday.
25 Jan 2024
Narendra ModiMacron lands in Jaipur today; roadshow, fort tour on schedule
French President Emmanuel Macron is scheduled to land in Rajasthan's Jaipur, on Thursday, to kick start his two-day state visit to India.
19 Jan 2024
Narendra ModiJaipur roadshow, defense announcements: Highlights of Macron's India visit
French President Emmanuel Macron's upcoming visit to India may feature a roadshow in Jaipur with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and significant defense-related announcements, reports said.
16 Jan 2024
DelhiRepublic Day: Will airspace restrictions in Delhi affect flight movement
Delhi's airspace will experience restrictions from January 19 to 25, as well as on January 26 and 29, due to Republic Day preparations.
09 Jan 2024
FranceGabriel Attal becomes France's youngest, first gay prime minister
Gabriel Attal has become France's youngest and first openly gay prime minister.
09 Jan 2024
FranceFrench PM Elisabeth Borne resigns amid political tensions over immigration
French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne has stepped down following recent political tensions over contentious reforms in immigration laws and the pension system, reports said.
22 Dec 2023
Republic DayIndia invites Macron as 2024 Republic Day chief guest: Report
The Indian government has reportedly invited French President Emmanuel Macron to be the chief guest for the Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi on January 26, 2024.
21 Dec 2023
IsraelFighting Hamas doesn't justify Israel 'flattening' Gaza: Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday flagged the Israeli military's aggression in Gaza and batted for a truce leading to a "humanitarian ceasefire" amid the war between Israel and Hamas.
03 Dec 2023
FranceFrance: 1 dead in knife attack in Paris, suspect arrested
A German tourist was killed, and two other individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries in the French capital of Paris on Saturday after a man attacked them with a knife and a hammer.
11 Nov 2023
Israel Defense Forces (IDF)Gaza's largest hospital runs out of fuel, operations suspended
The largest hospital in Gaza has run out of fuel, forcing it to suspend operations.
19 Oct 2023
United States of AmericaRishi Sunak urges progress on Gaza aid during Israel visit
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak touched down in Tel Aviv on Thursday to show support for Israel.
16 Oct 2023
Benjamin Netanyahu'Hands on trigger': Iran warns of escalation amid Israel-Hamas war
Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has warned Israel of escalation of the conflict in the region if the Jewish country continues its attack on Palestinians in Gaza, Fars News Agency reported on Sunday per Reuters.
13 Oct 2023
FranceFrance: Man screaming 'Allahu Akbar' stabs teacher to death
A teacher at a school in Arras, France, was stabbed to death and two others were gravely injured in a knife attack on Friday, The Associated Press reported.
10 Sep 2023
G20 Summit'Ukraine issue didn't hijack agenda': Russia lauds India's G20 Presidency
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, on Sunday, praised India's G20 Presidency, reported NDTV.
25 Jul 2023
Joe BidenUS President Joe Biden may face impeachment probe
Amid serious financial strains in the United States (US), the country is facing a fresh challenge as calls for President Joe Biden's impeachment grow louder.
19 Jul 2023
Donald TrumpDonald Trump's poll promise: 'Will end Russia-Ukraine conflict in 24-hours'
Former United States President Donald Trump said that over 500 days of the Russia-Ukraine war could end in a day if he returns to power, Fox News reported.
15 Jul 2023
Narendra ModiPM Modi to meet UAE president today, hold bilateral discussions
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Saturday on an official visit, where he will meet the ruler of Abu Dhabi and UAE President, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
14 Jul 2023
Narendra ModiAfter India-France Rafael deal, PM Modi attends Bastille Day parade
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Bastille Day celebrations on Friday as the Guest of Honor with French President Emmanuel Macron.
14 Jul 2023
Narendra ModiModi becomes first Indian PM to receive France's highest award
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred with the prestigious Grand Cross of the Legion of Honor, the highest award in military or civilian orders in France, by French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday.
13 Jul 2023
Narendra ModiPM Modi embarks on 2-day visit to France
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on his much-anticipated visit to France on Thursday.
10 Jul 2023
Narendra ModiIndia to procure 26 Rafale-M fighters, attack submarines from France
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is reportedly set to sign a new defense deal with French President Emmanuel Macron during his France visit on Thursday.
08 Jul 2023
Narendra ModiModi France visit: Macron to host ceremonial dinner at Louvre
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron when he arrives in Paris next week to take the Indo-French bilateral ties to new heights.
06 Jul 2023
FranceFrance to let police spy on suspects through phones: Report
The police in France will be able to spy on suspects by remotely activating the microphone, camera, and GPS of their mobiles and other devices as part of a wider justice reform bill, AFP reported.
06 Jul 2023
FranceMacron's advisor in Delhi ahead of PM Modi's France visit
The diplomatic advisor to French President Emmanuel Macron, Emmanuel Bonne, is reportedly set to arrive in Delhi on Thursday. During his one-day trip, he would iron out the bilateral agenda and possible outcomes of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Paris next week.
02 Jul 2023
Narendra ModiFrance offers to co-produce fighter jet engines in India
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to France, the European country has reportedly made an offer to India to co-produce an engine that will power twin-engine advanced multi-role combat aircraft (AMCA) and the twin-engine deck-based fighter (TEDBF) for Indian aircraft carriers.
01 Jul 2023
FranceFrance police shooting: 471 arrested on 4th night of violence
French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin said at least 471 people were apprehended on Friday night—compared to 917 arrests on Thursday—in the violence that has engulfed France following the alleged police shooting of a teenager.
30 Jun 2023
FranceWhy is France burning
The brutal police shooting of a 17-year-old teenager outside the French capital of Paris earlier this week sparked massive riots in the country's suburbs, with hundreds of angry protesters being arrested, cars being torched, and shops being ransacked.
29 Jun 2023
FranceFrance police shooting: 180 arrested in violence over teenager's killing
The police in France have arrested at least 180 protesters as the country witnessed nationwide violent protests for the second day.
08 Jun 2023
FranceFrance: 4 toddlers injured in mass stabbing, accused arrested
At least five people, including four toddlers, were injured in a mass stabbing in the Annecy town of the French Alps, a mountain range in France, AFP reported, quoting security officials.
29 May 2023
Joe Biden#NewsBytesExplainer: Why President Joe Biden's son may face serious charges
The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) may press "serious charges" against Hunter Biden, President Joe Biden's son, former US Attorney General William Barr said.
05 May 2023
Narendra ModiModi to be France's Guest of Honor on National Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the Guest of Honor on France's National Day, also known as Bastille Day, on July 14.
13 Apr 2023
ChinaChina hails Emmanuel Macron amid criticism over his Taiwan remarks
Following a three-day visit to China, French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday said that the European Union should distance itself from Chinese-American tensions over Taiwan.
06 Apr 2023
Xi JinpingRelying on you to sway Russia: Emmanuel Macron tells Jinping
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday met his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing and reportedly urged him to reason with close ally Russia and assist in ending the ongoing Ukraine war.
14 Feb 2023
Air IndiaIn historic deal, Air India to acquire 250 Airbus aircraft
Tata Group-owned Air India has penned the biggest aviation deal in history with Airbus. The airline will buy 250 aircraft from the French manufacturer.
