In Paris, ten individuals have appeared in court over cyberbullying against Brigitte Macron, accused of spreading malicious comments claiming she is a man. Among the accused are a teacher, an IT specialist, and an elected official, with the trial set to last two days.
Two criminals involved in the Louvre robbery were arrested on Saturday evening, one in Roissy, the other in Seine-Saint-Denis. However, eight jewels of the French crown, worth 88 million euros, are still missing.
Brigitte Macron appeared on France's official tax portal under the male name Jean-Michel. The incident was noticed in September 2024 during a routine audit, which led to an investigation.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced the provision of Mirage fighter jets and additional Aster anti-aircraft missiles to Ukraine. This decision was announced during a meeting of the "coalition of the willing," where strengthening military support was also discussed.
French President Emmanuel Macron commented in Ukrainian on his meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, stating that pressure on Moscow would be increased. France supports Ukraine in its search for a just peace and welcomes new US and EU sanctions.
French law enforcement has released a video showing the escape of criminals after the Louvre robbery, where two men left the museum on a lift and disappeared on scooters. The perpetrators stole eight pieces of jewelry, smashing display cases with power tools and threatening security guards.
French President Emmanuel Macron assured Volodymyr Zelenskyy of support for Ukraine and readiness to increase pressure on Moscow. He emphasized the necessity of peace and welcomed new US and EU sanctions against the Russian Federation.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy held a series of meetings with European leaders during the EU Summit in Brussels.
The Louvre has reopened three days after the theft of Napoleon's jewels worth almost 100 million euros. The museum director has been summoned to the Senate for questioning regarding security.
Louvre director Laurence des Cars submitted her resignation after the museum robbery, but the Élysée Palace refused to accept it. The French Minister of Culture and President Macron expressed support for her candidacy, rejecting her resignation.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders, including Merz, Macron, and Starmer, advocated for an immediate ceasefire. They propose considering the current line of contact as a starting point for negotiations, supporting Trump's position.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will travel to London to attend a meeting of the coalition of the willing, co-chaired by Sir Keir Starmer, Emmanuel Macron, and Friedrich Merz. The coalition aims to unite countries to protect the peace agreement in Ukraine.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine has approached a possible end to the war, but this does not guarantee its swift conclusion. He noted that Donald Trump, on the wave of success in the Middle East, expresses a desire to end Russia's war against Ukraine.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the Russians' position on Donbas has not changed: they demand that Ukraine cede the Donetsk and Luhansk regions. Zelenskyy emphasized that the so-called "referendum" was illegal, and Russia's demands are far from reality.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron. They discussed diplomatic aspects and pressure on Russia to end the war, agreeing to a meeting in the near future.
It took the criminals only a few minutes to steal nearly a dozen precious exhibits from the Louvre. French authorities promise that the priceless treasures will be found and the culprits punished.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated that the stolen valuables from the Louvre will definitely be found, and those responsible for the crime will be punished. An investigation led by the Paris prosecutor's office is currently underway.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu successfully passed the first vote of no confidence in his newly formed government. 271 members of the French parliament voted against the disapproval of the political line.
French President Emmanuel Macron has stated his readiness to dissolve parliament if deputies vote for a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu's government. Any condemnation of the government would be considered a signal for the dissolution of parliament.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has pledged to suspend the landmark pension reform until the 2027 elections. This decision was made under pressure from the Socialists, who threatened a vote of no confidence in the government.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to ask European allies for help in raising salaries for Ukrainian military personnel. This comes against the backdrop of reduced spending on military salaries in the draft State Budget for 2026.
Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina has left the country after army units joined protesters. A diplomatic source said Rajoelina refused to resign, and France denied helping him escape.
French President Emmanuel Macron has rejected opposition calls for his resignation. He stated that he would remain in office to protect the country's stability and serve the French people.
French President Emmanuel Macron said that Russia would pay if it did not come to the negotiating table, condemning the strikes on Ukraine's infrastructure. Paris promises support to Kyiv in restoring critical infrastructure.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with the President of France and discussed further support for Ukrainian air defense systems and protection against Russian attacks.
On October 13, a peace summit on Gaza will be held in Sharm el-Sheikh. It will be led by the presidents of Egypt and the United States, with the aim of ending the war and stabilizing the Middle East.
Sebastian Lecornu, re-appointed as Prime Minister of France, announced his main goal as the adoption of the country's budget for 2026. He emphasized that he is not clinging to the position and seeks to lead the country out of a difficult situation.
The leaders of Great Britain, France, and Germany have reached an agreement on using frozen Russian assets to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This decision will be implemented in cooperation with the United States.
French President Emmanuel Macron has re-appointed Sébastien Lecornu as the country's Prime Minister. This followed consultations with representatives of the main political parties, with the exception of the far-left and far-right parties.
In recent months, at least ten European countries have reported drone incursions into their airspace, raising concerns and leading to increased security measures. Romania, Poland, Denmark, Finland, Norway, France, Germany, Lithuania, Estonia, and Belgium have witnessed these incidents, some of which are linked to Russia.
