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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
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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 • 3871 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 • 66470 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 • 2943 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 • 3637 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 • 80650 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 • 5289 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 • 3167 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 • 3013 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 • 3528 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 • 3465 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 • 5365 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 • 4401 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 • 5146 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 • 4522 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 • 5148 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 • 4092 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 • 3384 views
Cristiano Ronaldo led Portugal to the Nations League final, today the opponent will be determined - France or Spain

Cristiano Ronaldo brought victory to Portugal over Germany (2:1) in the semi-finals of the League of Nations. In the final, Portugal will play with the winner of the Spain-France pair.

Sports • June 5, 08:11 AM • 2622 views
Beginning of Green Holidays, Balloon Day, World Environment Day: what is celebrated on June 5

From June 5 to June 11, Ukraine will celebrate Green Week, and the world will celebrate Balloon Day and World Environment Day. Also celebrated is the day of the fight against fishing.

Society • June 5, 03:02 AM • 2273 views
The US has announced its refusal to provide air cover to European forces in post-war Ukraine - Bloomberg

The US does not plan to provide air defense equipment to support the peacekeeping forces of Great Britain and France in Ukraine. Allies disagree on how to combat Russian aggression.

Politics • June 4, 07:21 PM • 6558 views
Ukraine is expanding arms production with "Ramstein" countries for its own needs - Umerov

Ukraine is launching a joint arms production initiative with Ramstein countries. Partners are ready to finance production and transfer weapons to Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 07:05 PM • 4165 views
Trident in the sky: French Mirage 2000 fighters flew over the Black Sea

French Mirage 2000 fighter jets flew over the Black Sea, forming a trident in the sky. This gesture became a symbol of support for Ukraine and the strategic partnership with France.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 03:46 PM • 4443 views
France and Belgium are so far refusing to support Brussels' ban on gas from Russia - Politico

France and Belgium are not yet ready to support an EU ban on Russian liquefied natural gas imports, fearing economic consequences and seeking alternative sources of supply.

Politics • June 4, 11:55 AM • 3698 views
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Ukraine is preparing for changes in trade with the European Union: what will happen after June 6

From June 6, the EU will restore quotas on imports of Ukrainian agricultural products. Experts estimate Ukraine's possible losses from 1.5 to 3 billion euros.

Economy • June 4, 06:24 AM • 252637 views
Pentagon chief to miss "Ramstein" for the first time - AP

The US Secretary of Defense will not be present at the "Ramstein" format meeting. This happened after Macron's warning about the risks of double standards.

Politics • June 4, 05:11 AM • 55346 views
France will provide an additional 200 million euros for the reconstruction of Ukraine and European integration projects - Shmyhal

Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced that France will provide Ukraine with an additional 200 million euros. An agreement was also reached on a joint meeting of governments and cooperation in the defense industry.

Economy • June 3, 08:02 PM • 3464 views
Hegset will visit the EU to participate in the meeting of NATO defense ministers and the celebration of "D-Day" in Normandy

Pete Hegset will also join European defense chiefs in celebrating the anniversary of the Allied landings in Normandy. He will call on NATO allies to increase defense spending.

News of the World • June 3, 04:45 PM • 3435 views
OECD: global economy experiencing weakest growth since COVID

The global economy is experiencing its weakest growth since the COVID-19 pandemic due to Trump's trade policies. The OECD has lowered growth forecasts for many G20 countries.

Economy • June 3, 09:12 AM • 3332 views
New EU sanctions against Russia are unlikely to be ready for the G7 summit - EUobserver

Despite the US call for coordinated action, a new package of EU sanctions against Russia is unlikely to be ready for the G7 summit. Hungary may block some proposals.

Politics • June 3, 05:18 AM • 4392 views
Indian Prime Minister Modi may miss the G7 summit for the first time in 6 years - due to problems in relations with Canada

According to India Today, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to miss the G7 summit due to domestic political circumstances. This will be the first missed G7 meeting since 2019.

Politics • June 2, 12:01 PM • 6142 views