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Germany redefines defence role as Merz backs missile production in Ukraine

France, May 30 -- Berlin is charting a new course in its European defence strategy as Chancellor Friedrich Merz pledges direct support for Ukraine's independent long-range missile development, in a br... Read More


France moves towards professional equality for doctors trained outside the EU

France, May 30 -- The French government has unveiled a long-awaited reform that will make it easier for healthcare professionals trained outside the European Union to regularise their professional sta... Read More


Roland Garros: Five things we learned on Day 5: A whole lot of love for Gasquet

France, May 30 -- Richard Gasquet went off into the sunset after losing to the world number one Jannik Sinner. There was a lot of love for the 38-year-old who graced the courts for just over two decad... Read More


France threatens tougher stance on Israel as US proposes new Gaza ceasefire plan

France, May 30 -- President Emmanuel Macron has warned France could harden its position against Israel, including potential sanctions on Israeli settlers, if humanitarian aid to Gaza remains blocked. ... Read More


Le Pen proposes new approach in New Caledonia as Macron plans fresh talks

France, May 30 -- France's far-right leader Marine Le Pen is in New Caledonia, offering a 'new method' for resolving long-standing tensions with the French mainland, as President Emmanuel Macron is pr... Read More


Rigged diesel cars caused 16,000 deaths in France, study says

France, May 29 -- Diesel engines fitted with illegal software to cheat pollution tests have caused 16,000 deaths in France since 2009, according to the first study to calculate the human cost of the "... Read More


Fils fights off Munar in five-set thriller to reach third round at French Open

France, May 29 -- France's top player Arthur Fils reached the third round at the French Open for the first time on Thursday following a five-set thriller with the Spaniard Jaume Munar. Fils won 7-6, ... Read More


French Open: Sinner brings down curtain on Gasquet's career

France, May 29 -- Top seed Jannik Sinner eased past French veteran Richard Gasquet in straight sets on Thursday to move into the third round at the French Open and send his opponent into retirement. ... Read More


Von der Leyen calls for 'independent Europe' as she receives Charlemagne Prize

France, May 29 -- European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has received one of Europe's highest honours for her role in steering the European Union through turbulent times. In her acceptance... Read More


Roland Garros: Five things we learned on Day 4: Defending champions chomp

France, May 29 -- Iga Swiatek and Carlos Alcaraz both moved into the third round and tournament organisers embraced Day 3's criticism over the constant scheduling of the men in the night session match... Read More