$42.990.27
50.180.25
Electricity outage schedules

France

Country of Western Europe
France is located in Western Europe. The country's area is 671,308 km² (including overseas territories). The population is 66,842,134 million people. The capital is Paris. France was formed within its modern borders in the middle of the 15th century. The main public holiday is July 14, Bastille Day, after which the French Revolution took place, which became the foundation for the formation of modern France. Before the Second World War, it had the status of a colonial empire, in particular, it owned the entire territory of modern Algeria. France is a developed country with the seventh largest nominal GDP economy in the world. Famous figures: Napoleon Bonaparte, Charles de Gaulle.
800
The Emperor was crowned, which became an important event for European history
1453
The Hundred Years' War ended, which strengthened the French monarchy
1789
The Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen was adopted
1792
The Louvre Museum was founded
1848
Slavery was abolished and universal suffrage for men was introduced
1889
The Eiffel Tower was built in Paris for the World's Fair
1944
The country was liberated by Allied forces after the occupation
1951
The country became one of the founders of the European Coal and Steel Community
1958
The Fifth Republic was founded, which brought political stability
1992
The Maastricht Treaty was signed, which strengthened European integration
News by theme
Macron commented on Israeli strikes on Iran: France calls for restraint and de-escalation

France condemns Iran's nuclear program, reaffirming Israel's right to self-defense. Macron called on the parties to exercise restraint to avoid destabilizing the region.

News of the World • June 13, 01:17 PM • 3869 views
Merz reported that he was informed about the strike on Iran and acknowledged Israel's right to defend itself

The Prime Minister of Israel informed the German Chancellor about the strike on Iran. Merz reaffirmed Israel's right to self-defense and called on Iran to stop developing nuclear weapons.

News of the World • June 13, 10:18 AM • 3181 views
NATO is developing new tools to monitor the situation in Ukraine and on the eastern flank

The Alliance will be able to observe maneuvers, troop movements, and battlefield operations. SINBAD technology will help monitor the Arctic due to the ambitions of Russia and China.

Politics • June 12, 01:17 PM • 3336 views
NATO unity is very important for ending the war in Ukraine - Kellogg

US Representative Keith Kellogg stressed that the unity of the Alliance is critical to ending the war. The US is working with NATO partners to support Ukraine.

Society • June 12, 12:32 PM • 3358 views
G7 countries are trying to avoid conflict with Trump by canceling the joint communique - Bloomberg

G7 countries may abandon the joint communique at the summit in Canada due to large differences between the US and other members on issues of Ukraine and climate change. Instead, leaders may issue separate statements.

Politics • June 12, 11:12 AM • 3218 views
Drug prices are rising, despite the ban on marketing: monitoring after three months of the pharmaceutical market operating under the new rules

In Ukraine, prices for drugs not included in the Ministry of Health's list have increased by 10-20 UAH after the ban on marketing agreements. The new restrictions do not solve the problem of drug costs for patients.

Economy • June 12, 10:12 AM • 148935 views
Meeting on the war in Ukraine is gathering in Rome: what is known

An international conference "Weimar+" dedicated to the security of the EU and the war in Ukraine will be held in Rome. The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Sybiha, will participate in the meeting with colleagues.

War in Ukraine • June 12, 08:44 AM • 4358 views
International Dubbing Day, Superman Day and Snake Festival: what is celebrated on June 12

Today we celebrate International Dubbing Day, World Day Against Child Labor and the Day of the Stock Market Worker of Ukraine. Also today is Superman Day and Snake Day.

Society • June 12, 03:30 AM • 3534 views
Nvidia CEO predicts tenfold increase in AI power in Europe

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang predicts significant growth in Europe's computing power in the field of artificial intelligence and the creation of more than 20 AI factories. The company is also collaborating with Mistral AI for local computing.

Economy • June 11, 03:08 PM • 2917 views
The White House called WP's data about plans to expand the sending of migrants, including Ukrainians, to Guantanamo a fake

White House spokeswoman Karolina Levitt called WP's information about plans to send migrants, including Ukrainians, to Guantanamo a fake. According to her, "nothing is happening."

Politics • June 11, 12:15 PM • 3889 views
France reactor corrosion problems send power prices soaring a year ahead

Corrosion has been discovered on a nuclear reactor in France, leading to an increase in the country's annual electricity production costs. Electricite de France is conducting a large-scale inspection and assessment of the situation.

News of the World • June 11, 11:33 AM • 3961 views
In France, social networks X, Bluesky and Reddit are under scrutiny due to strict government measures regarding pornography - Politico

France may block X, Bluesky and Reddit if they do not strengthen age verification to protect children from pornography and radicalization. Violators face fines and blocking.

Society • June 11, 09:18 AM • 3016 views
Macron threatens to ban social media for children under 15 after school killing

The French President has stated his readiness to ban access to social networks for children under 15 if the EU does not pass laws. The reason was cases of violence among young people.

News of the World • June 11, 08:50 AM • 2618 views
WP: Trump plans to increase deportations to Guantanamo, including citizens of allies, including Ukraine

The Trump administration plans to move thousands of illegal immigrants, including citizens of Ukraine and other allied countries, to the military base in Guantanamo Bay to relieve overcrowded centers.

News of the World • June 11, 07:52 AM • 3817 views
Denmark urgently buys ground-based air defense systems for billions - Ministry of Defense

Denmark will purchase three ground-based air defense systems from Diehl Defence, MBDA France and Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace to strengthen its defense by 2026. Funding will be provided by the Acceleration Fund.

News of the World • June 11, 06:47 AM • 66445 views
In France, a schoolboy pulled out a knife and attacked a female teacher: a secondary school employee died from her injuries

In France, a 15-year-old student attacked a teacher's assistant with a knife while checking briefcases. The 31-year-old woman died at the scene from her injuries. Police are investigating the tragedy.

News of the World • June 10, 11:39 AM • 2898 views
Israel said Greta Thunberg was deported after the seizure of the ship she wanted to arrive in Gaza on

Environmental activist Greta Thunberg was deported from Israel. This happened after Israeli soldiers intercepted a ship with humanitarian aid that was heading to Gaza.

Society • June 10, 08:14 AM • 3603 views
France offered Ukraine new options for financing weapons: details from the Ministry of Defense

The French delegation offered Ukraine options for financing the supply of weapons and military equipment. Ukraine is looking for additional funds to purchase weapons.

Society • June 10, 08:07 AM • 80633 views
Macron does not rule out new parliamentary elections in France - Politico

A year after dissolving parliament, Macron hinted at the possibility of new elections. He called on parties to cooperate, but did not renounce his constitutional powers.

Politics • June 10, 12:17 AM • 5275 views
AI training used scripts of over 130,000 films and TV series without authors' consent: study

AI models trained on film and television scripts without permission, threatening the economy of the screen industry. The British Parliament is considering copyright protection.

Culture • June 9, 10:51 AM • 3128 views
European forests no longer save the climate: instead of absorbing carbon, they are becoming new sources of emissions - research

European forests, which have been absorbing carbon for decades, are now emitting it due to extreme weather and deforestation. This threatens the EU's climate goals.

News of the World • June 9, 10:43 AM • 2979 views
Deep seas, Greenland and Antarctica are "not for sale" - Macron

At the UN summit, Macron called for action to save the seas and ratify the High Seas Treaty. He stressed the importance of a moratorium on deep-sea mining.

Politics • June 9, 10:40 AM • 3489 views
The French government is considering defining the X platform as "pornographic"

The French government is considering obliging Elon Musk's X to verify users' ages. This may limit children's access to the social network due to the distribution of pornographic content.

News of the World • June 9, 07:37 AM • 3418 views
French company Renault will produce drones in Ukraine

French automaker Renault will cooperate with a defense company to produce drones in Ukraine. The drones will be intended for the needs of Ukraine and the French army.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 02:26 PM • 5337 views
Nations League: Portugal and Spain to clash in final match in Munich

On June 8, the Nations League final will take place in Munich, where Portugal will meet Spain. Both teams confidently made their way to the final, having overcome serious opponents.

Sports • June 8, 01:49 PM • 4323 views
Colombian presidential candidate Miguel Uribe seriously injured during campaign event in Bogotá

Colombian presidential candidate Miguel Uribe was seriously injured during a campaign event in Bogotá. He was shot in the head, the attacker has been detained.

News of the World • June 8, 06:26 AM • 5116 views
Macron will visit Greenland before the G7 summit to discuss security

Emmanuel Macron will visit Greenland on June 15 to hold talks with the Prime Ministers of Denmark and Greenland on security, climate change and European sovereignty. The visit will take place before the G7 meeting in Canada.

Politics • June 7, 01:34 PM • 4493 views
The Minister of Defense of France announced the joint production of UAVs in Ukraine

A French car manufacturing company will join forces with a defense SME to produce drones in Ukraine. They will be manufactured for the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the French army.

War in Ukraine • June 7, 12:49 AM • 5124 views
Ahead of holiday season, travellers to Europe warned of measles surge - BBC

Travellers in UK urged to get vaccinated amid measles outbreak in Europe and other countries. Child vaccination rates remain below recommended levels, particularly in London.

Health • June 6, 01:10 PM • 4062 views
Ukraine is negotiating with France and Spain on joint production of drones and air defense systems - Umerov

The Ministers of Defense of Ukraine and France discussed the participation of French companies in the production of drones and air defense systems for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. In addition, Umerov discussed joint projects in the field of defense with the Minister of Defense of Spain.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 05:40 PM • 3375 views