Emmanuel Macron: News

06 Nov 2024

Antonio Guterres

Who 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 Trump

How 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 Paris

French 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

Germany

Macron 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 Netanyahu

Hezbollah 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

France

Macron 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.

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

Telegram

Telegram 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 Modi

Why 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 Olympics

2024 Paris Olympics: All we know about the closing ceremony

The highly-octane 2024 Paris Olympics has reached its business end.

31 Jul 2024

France

Netizens 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 Spears

Why 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

Olympics

Are Olympians safe to swim in Seine after 'poop' threat? 

Paris is facing a situation akin to the movie "Under Paris."

12 Jul 2024

Donald Trump

Video: 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

Marseille

Why 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

Paris

The 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

France

How 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

France

Antisemitism 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 Modi

G7 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 Pen

Macron 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

Amazon

Microsoft 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

France

Drama 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

France

Macron'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

China

China'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 Day

Coin 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 Day

Macron 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 Day

India 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 Modi

PM 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 Modi

Macron 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 Modi

Jaipur 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

Delhi

Republic 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

France

Gabriel 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

France

French 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 Day

India 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

Israel

Fighting 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

France

France: 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.

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.

Rishi 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

France

France: 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 Biden

US 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 Trump

Donald 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 Modi

PM 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 Modi

After 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 Modi

Modi 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 Modi

PM 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 Modi

India 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 Modi

Modi 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

France

France 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

France

Macron'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 Modi

France 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

France

France 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

France

Why 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

France

France 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

France

France: 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 Modi

Modi 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

China

China 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 Jinping

Relying 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 India

In 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.

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