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.
A "weather bomb" with hurricane-force wind gusts up to 160 km/h and heavy rains is approaching France, Germany, and other Western European countries. The peak of the storm is expected on October 24 in Germany, causing transport collapse and a drop in temperature.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy held a series of meetings with European leaders during the EU Summit in Brussels.
European aerospace firms Airbus, Thales, and Leonardo have completed the first phase of establishing a new technology concern in the satellite business. The enterprise will begin operations in 2027, employ 25,000 people, and have a revenue of 6.5 billion euros.
Three inmates of France's La Santé prison are under investigation for a video threatening to kill former President Nicolas Sarkozy. The Paris prosecutor's office has opened an investigation into the death threats, and Sarkozy intends to file a civil lawsuit.
The Royal Navy deployed HMS Duncan destroyer and a Wildcat helicopter for a 48-hour operation to escort the Russian destroyer "Vice-Admiral Kulakov" through the English Channel. This is the first time a British warship has operated under direct NATO command in such a mission.
The "Maison des Lumières Denis Diderot" museum in Langres, France, was robbed, with almost 2,000 18th-century gold and silver coins disappearing. This happened after a series of other robberies of French museums, including the Louvre, the Musée Jacques Chirac, the Musée Adrien Dubouché, and the National Museum of Natural History in Paris.
In the second quarter of 2025, housing prices in the EU increased by 5. 4%, and rents by 3.2% compared to the same quarter of 2024. London and Paris remain leaders in the highest rental prices.
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy, sentenced to 5 years, has been provided with round-the-clock security by two police officers. Law enforcement officers will accompany him everywhere to ensure his physical safety.
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy, who began serving a five-year prison sentence on October 21, has started writing a book. He has already received his first visitors and exercised in prison.
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.
The summit between the US and Russian presidents in Hungary has been postponed, as Moscow refused to consider terms for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine. The American side concluded that there was no chance of a real agreement in Budapest.
The Louvre curator estimated the economic damage from the theft of eight pieces of jewelry from the museum last Sunday at 88 million euros. Paris prosecutor Laura Becqua expressed hope that the perpetrators would not decide to melt down the jewels.
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy arrived at La Santé prison in Paris to serve a five-year sentence. His supporters gathered outside the prison, and his lawyers filed a petition for parole.
A series of audacious museum thefts in Europe, including the Louvre heist, has shown that stolen items are quickly melted down or sold on the black market. Experts note that a lack of investment in security turns even the most famous collections into easy prey, and the chances of recovering stolen goods intact are almost zero.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius intends to order 15 F-35A fighter jets for 2. 5 billion euros. This will supplement the 35 aircraft already ordered, which are scheduled to start arriving in 2027.
UK Defence Secretary John Healey announced preparations for a possible deployment of troops to Ukraine after a peace agreement is reached, allocating over $134 million. British military personnel will train Ukrainian soldiers away from the front line.
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.
The European Union is considering a proposal to allow new countries to join the EU without full voting rights, which could make leaders like Viktor Orban more amenable to Ukraine's accession. This initiative would allow countries like Ukraine to enjoy many of the benefits of EU membership, but without veto power.
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 TV channel BMFTV showed video footage of the robbery at the Louvre Museum in Paris. The recording shows a man in a yellow vest smashing a display case while visitors are in the hall.
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy will begin serving a five-year prison sentence in Paris's La Santé prison on October 21 for illegal financing of his election campaign. He will be placed in solitary confinement, where conditions are harsh.
The French Interior Ministry stated that the Louvre robbery on October 19 lasted seven minutes. The perpetrators gained entry from outside using a lift and stole priceless jewelry.
French Culture Minister Rachida Dati announced a robbery at the Louvre, which led to the museum's closure for the entire day. It is currently unknown whether anything was stolen from the famous collection.
Iran announced the termination of the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, which limited its nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. Iran's Foreign Ministry announced the termination of all provisions of the agreement, while emphasizing its commitment to diplomacy.
Military support for Ukraine from Western countries has significantly decreased, especially from the United States. Europe partially compensated for the deficit, but the volume of aid decreased by 57% in the summer.
A French citizen was sentenced to 30 years in prison for the murder of his wife, who disappeared in 2020, although her body was never found. The court found him guilty based on circumstantial evidence and testimonies, despite the absence of direct proof of the crime.
