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Macron calls US tariff pause 'fragile' and urges EU to stay strong

France, April 11 -- A decision to delay imposing tough new tariffs on the EU was a "fragile pause", French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday as he urged Europe to defend its interests and push ... Read More


Trump's tariff suspension prompts relief in Europe but concerns remain

France, April 10 -- European leaders have cautiously welcomed US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 90-day suspension of tariffs on many trading partners, viewing it as a potential step toward... Read More


EU welcomes Trump's 90-day tariff suspension, China excluded but markets rally

France, April 10 -- As President Trump announced a 90-day suspension of tariffs on US allies - excluding China - Europe has cautiously welcomed the move, seeing it as a potential window to de-escalate... Read More


EU puts tariff retaliation on hold to match Trump's 90-day pause

France, April 10 -- The European Union will suspend its planned tariffs on $23 billion worth of US goods for 90 days, matching US President Donald Trump's pause on new trade measures and allowing time... Read More


World court opens hearings on Sudan case against UAE over Darfur war

France, April 10 -- The International Court of Justice has begun hearings into Sudan's allegations that the United Arab Emirates violated the Genocide Convention by supporting paramilitary forces accu... Read More


AI boom to double data centre power use by 2030, IEA warns

France, April 10 -- Electricity consumption by data centres will more than double by 2030, driven by artificial intelligence applications that will create new challenges for energy security and CO2 em... Read More


Cannes to unveil film selection under pressure over industry abuse

France, April 10 -- The Cannes Film Festival was on Thursday set to unveil the movies that will vie for its coveted Palme d'Or prize next month amid pressure on its bosses to take a stand on tackling ... Read More


France launches campaign to curb overuse of anxiety and sleep medications

France, April 10 -- Amid rising concern over long-term use and side effects, France has launched a national campaign to raise awareness about the risks associated with commonly prescribed anti-anxiety... Read More


Israel slams French plan to recognise Palestinian state as a 'prize for terror'

France, April 10 -- France's plan to recognise a Palestinian state within months has triggered fierce criticism from Israel, with officials claiming the move rewards terrorism and undermines peace eff... Read More


France and UK rally allies for potential security force in Ukraine

France, April 10 -- France and Britain are leading efforts to build a multinational security force that could deploy to Ukraine as part of any future peace deal with Russia. Around 30 countries will d... Read More