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On NATO's eastern flank, Romania finds itself at the crux of European security

France, Nov. 27 -- RFI: How does Romania's role as a NATO eastern flank hub affect its stance in the European Union budget debate? Claudiu Nasui: It is in our interest that more funds are allocated t... Read More


Bollore business empire under scrutiny as Vivendi court decision looms

France, Nov. 27 -- The case being heard at France's highest appeal court on Friday concerns whether billionaire Vincent Bollore and his family exercised "de facto control" of the French media and ente... Read More


Guinea-Bissau general sworn in as transitional president following coup

France, Nov. 27 -- "I have just been sworn in to lead the High Command," General Horta Nta Na Man declared, after taking the oath of office in a low-key ceremony at the military's headquarters in the ... Read More


French lawmakers unanimously opposed to EU-Mercosur trade deal

France, Nov. 27 -- The resolution rejecting the Mercosur accord was put forward by the hard-left France Unbowed (LFI) party. MPs approved it by 244 votes to one.The sole MP who voted against immediat... Read More


Macron unveils voluntary military service as concerns grow over Russia

France, Nov. 27 -- The plan comes as several European nations worry about US President Donald Trump's shifting prioritiesand the impact of Russia's aggressive posture. "France cannot remain idle," Ma... Read More


Nigeria declares security emergency after wave of mass kidnappings

France, Nov. 27 -- Tinubu said the police would hire 20,000 more officers, raising their strength to 50,000, and authorised the use of National Youth Service Corps camps as training centres. He also t... Read More


West Africa bloc, African Union observers voice concern over Guinea-Bissau coup

France, Nov. 27 -- A group of army officers said on Wednesday they hadseized "total control" of the coup-prone west African country, arresting its president, closing its borders and suspending its ele... Read More


Observers warn of deepening crisis after Guinea-Bissau military takeover

France, Nov. 27 -- A group of army officers said they had seized "total control" of the coup-prone west African country, arresting its president, closing its borders and suspending its electoral proce... Read More


France wary of MAGA influence ahead of 2027 elections

France, Nov. 27 -- The warning comes as far-right parties are on the march across Europe, including in France, where the National Rally (RN) party sees its best shot at winning the presidency in 2027.... Read More


French rapper Maes jailed over kidnapping charges in Morocco

France, Nov. 27 -- Maes, who has roots in Morocco and whose real name is Walid Georgey, was arrested upon landing in Morocco in January after fleeing the United Arab Emirates where he feared he could ... Read More