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Ukraine

Scholz: Germany and US 'absolutely united' on Russia sanctions

Germany's Chancellor Scholz visits the US amid criticism of his government's stance towards Russia, while the French president hopes to convince Moscow to stand down over Ukraine.

06/02/2022

France

France: Far-right candidates clamour for support before April election

At this stage, Marie Le Pen or Valerie Pecresse appear most likely to reach a runoff against Emmanuel Macron.

05/02/2022

Ukraine

Ukraine crisis: First US troops land in Poland as Xi backs Putin

Here are things to know about the international tensions surrounding Ukraine.

05/02/2022

Euronews Debates

Euronews Debates | The South Africa perspective: Can the EU & Africa reboot their relationship?

In partnership with Brand South Africa

A panel of experts discusses the key challenges facing the EU-Africa partnership today, including energy, security, education and the economy.

04/02/2022

France

In France, Emmanuel Macron calls for new rules to halt migrant flows

Immigration is a key issue at this year's presidential election, which pits Macron against two far-right candidates.

03/02/2022

France

France, Iran discuss nuclear deal, Macron asks for prisoner release

The "long conversation" on Saturday evening revolved around renewed commitments from Tehran, which claims that progress was made, but that "important issues remain".

30/01/2022

Ukraine

Macron says cost to Russia will be 'very high' if it attacks Ukraine

Speaking alongside Chancellor Scholz, the French president also said France and Germany were united in seeking to defuse the crisis.

25/01/2022

World News

Euroviews. France's EU presidency can lay the foundations of a new Europe | View

Emmanuel Macron's ambitious agenda can mark the beginning of a new stage in Europe’s development, writes Professor Alberto Alemanno.

20/01/2022

France

Rival politicians accuse Macron of using EU to attract votes

With the French president speaking at the European Parliament on Wednesday, a number of his opponents state he is using the country's EU presidency as an electoral stepping stone.

19/01/2022

Europe News

Watch: Macron calls for bolder EU action on climate and security

On climate, the French leader urged the EU "to move from words to deeds" and proposed adding the protection of the environment into the EU's Charter of Fundamental Rghts.

19/01/2022

Economy

What is the EU's Stability and Growth Pact and why is it important?

The bloc's fiscal rulebook has been suspended until next year to stave off any unwanted economic consequences of the pandemic.

18/01/2022

France

Taubira to stand in French presidential elections

Left-wing politician and former justice minister Christiane Taubira has confirmed will stand for the French presidency in April's elections

15/01/2022

France

Macron: People spreading fake news should be 'brought to justice'

Speaking after he received a report on fake news he commissioned in October, the French president suggested new laws should allow internet platforms and individuals to be held accountable in France.

11/01/2022

France

France's Emmanuel Macron denounces latest assault on overseas MP

Stéphane Claireaux was targeted by protestors during a rally against the latest COVID-19 restrictions.

10/01/2022

France

Tens of thousands protest COVID vaccine pass across France

The government wants to transform the COVID health pass into a vaccine pass that will only allow the fully vaccinated and people who have recovered from the disease into bars, restaurants, culture and leisure venues.

09/01/2022

Climate

‘Move and pollute less’, car makers must tell prospective buyers

Environmental warnings, like those for junk food, will be included in the adverts in a bid to hit France's climate targets.

07/01/2022

France

France takes over EU presidency, vows 2022 will be 'turning point'

President Emmanuel Macron has said he wants to use France's EU presidency to make "Europe powerful in the world, fully sovereign, free of its choices and master of its destiny."

01/01/2022

France

French presidential candidates say Macron flouting campaign rules

Macron's party is the only one not to have officially nominated a candidate for the April 2022 election.

14/12/2021

Hungary

Macron meets political adversary Orban ahead of France's EU presidency

Ahead of the visit, Macron described his Orban as "a political adversary, but a European partner".

13/12/2021

Europe News

Watch: Germany's new chancellor makes first official trip to Brussels

Olaf Scholz makes his first visit to Brussels as German chancellor.

10/12/2021