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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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Project Freya: What it is and who the anti-ballistic shield will be able to protect

Fire Point's Project Freya will become a low-cost analogue to the Patriot system for the defense of Europe. The first ballistic interception by the FP-7.x missile is possible by the end of the year.

Politics • June 2, 05:30 AM • 122630 views
France "bans" Israeli government officials from attending defense exhibition

France has banned Israeli government officials from attending an exhibition in Paris. Companies were only allowed to exhibit air defense systems due to the situation in Lebanon.

News of the World • June 1, 05:14 PM • 3911 views
The Kremlin compared the French Navy's detention of the tanker Tagor to piracy

Peskov called the French Navy's detention of the sanctioned vessel Tagor illegal. This is the third instance of a Russian shadow fleet tanker being intercepted within a year.

News of the World • June 1, 11:02 AM • 5783 views
France and allies intercept sanctioned oil tanker Tagor en route from Russia - MacronVideo

The French Navy, supported by Britain, intercepted the oil tanker Tagor in the Atlantic after it departed from Russia. The vessel was violating sanctions and financing the war.

Politics • June 1, 05:34 AM • 4583 views
Despite the ceasefire, Israel expands ground operation in Lebanon

Netanyahu ordered the expansion of the ground operation in Lebanon despite the ceasefire. The army has captured Beaufort Castle and is advancing deeper into the country toward the Zahrani River.

Politics • May 31, 06:45 PM • 6397 views
Ukraine and Russia must sit down at the negotiating table before the start of next winter - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy stated that Russia has lost the initiative and noted a window for dialogue in January 2026. They aim to find a diplomatic path before the start of next winter.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 04:48 PM • 4580 views
About 800 people detained in France due to riots following the Champions League final

780 people detained in France due to riots following the PSG match. 219 civilians and 57 law enforcement officers were injured in various cities across the country.

Sports • May 31, 04:37 PM • 5931 views
Kostyuk sensationally knocks out Swiatek at Roland Garros and could face Svitolina

Kostyuk defeated world number three Swiatek to reach the Roland Garros quarterfinals for the first time. A Ukrainian derby against Svitolina is possible in the next round.

Sports • May 31, 11:44 AM • 3591 views
In Laos, heavy rains hamper the search for two people who remain trapped in a flooded cave

Due to heavy downpours in Laos, the search for two villagers trapped in a flooded cave has been suspended. Five of their companions have already been rescued by international specialists.

News of the World • May 31, 11:23 AM • 4525 views
Mass clashes, injured police officers, and hundreds detained: PSG's Champions League victory loudly celebrated in ParisVideo

In Paris, 283 people were detained due to riots following the Champions League final. Seven police officers were injured during clashes with PSG fans.

Crimes and emergencies • May 31, 02:12 AM • 24921 views
PSG wins the Champions League for the second consecutive time after a penalty shootout against ArsenalVideo

PSG defeated Arsenal in a penalty shootout to win the Champions League for the second year in a row. Emmanuel Macron has already congratulated the Parisian club on defending their title.

Sports • May 30, 07:09 PM • 4128 views
Bulgaria to be penalized for deficit just months after joining the eurozone - FT

The European Commission will initiate a procedure against Sofia due to a budget deficit of 3. 5%. Experts forecast the figure will continue to rise to 4.3% in 2027.

Economy • May 30, 06:33 PM • 4585 views
Beijing threatens to respond to EU steps to restrict imports from China

Beijing has warned Brussels against imposing restrictions on Chinese imports due to overcapacity. The EU is preparing measures to protect its industry.

Economy • May 30, 04:12 PM • 12873 views
Record May heat in Europe leads to seven deaths

Temperature records of up to 36°C have been recorded in Europe, causing the deaths of seven people in France. Meanwhile, Australia has been hit by powerful storms and heavy rains.

News of the World • May 29, 11:38 PM • 4777 views
Kostyuk and Svitolina advance to the Round of 16 at Roland Garros 2026Video

Kostyuk and Svitolina reached the Round of 16 at Roland Garros after defeating their opponents. Yulia Starodubtseva lost to Wang Xiyu and concluded her performance at the tournament.

Sports • May 29, 08:06 PM • 3622 views
NATO conducts large-scale exercises in Finland amid rising drone activity

In Finland, 9,000 NATO troops are practicing the creation of a 'drone wall. ' The Northern Star exercises are taking place 30 kilometers from the Russian border.

News of the World • May 29, 02:42 PM • 3929 views
Russian drone strike in Romania: how European and NATO countries reacted

A Russian drone hit a residential building in Romania, resulting in civilian casualties. NATO and EU countries condemned the attack and called for a decisive response to Moscow.

Politics • May 29, 02:32 PM • 4028 views
Sweden joins the Freya pan-European anti-ballistic shield project - Zelenskyy

Sweden has joined the Freya project to protect Europe's skies. Ukraine is developing its own ballistics and an independent missile interception system.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 10:51 AM • 69046 views
Qatar spent $20 billion and became dependent: Shtilerman explained why Ukraine needs its own air defenseVideo

Ukraine is creating the Freya anti-ballistic shield and the FP-9 missile system. This will ensure full sovereignty in the sphere of security and deterrence of the aggressor.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 07:35 AM • 7001 views
WTA forced Oleinykova to remove Kalinouski Regiment patch at Roland Garros 2024Video

Oleinykova was forced to remove the Kalinouski Regiment patch due to WTA requirements at Roland Garros. The tennis player kept the symbol in her pocket throughout the entire match.

Society • May 28, 05:45 PM • 19633 views
Ukraine would very much like the US to grant a license for the production of Patriot missiles - Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated Ukraine's desire to produce missiles for Patriot air defense systems under a US license. The Head of State will discuss this issue with Trump.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 12:55 PM • 2837 views
2027 could become the hottest year in human history - WMO

The WMO predicts an 86% probability of a new temperature record by 2030. Warming will be influenced by the El Niño phenomenon and carbon dioxide emissions.

News of the World • May 28, 12:36 PM • 3635 views
Empty launchers: can Ukraine close the deficit of Patriot missiles

Ukraine is experiencing an acute shortage of Patriot missiles and is preparing an analogue of the FP-7. x. The first test of its own anti-ballistic missile is planned for the end of the year.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 11:52 AM • 56514 views
Norway to join the French “nuclear umbrella”

Norway will sign a defense agreement with France on nuclear deterrence. There are no plans to station nuclear weapons on the country's territory during peacetime.

Politics • May 27, 10:57 PM • 4290 views
Three Ukrainian tennis players secure victories at tournament in France

Svitolina, Kostyuk, and Starodubtseva secured victories at the tournament in France. Daria Snigur ended her run, losing to American Peyton Stearns.

Sports • May 27, 04:59 PM • 4524 views
Carney to meet Macron in Paris ahead of G7 summit in June - media

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet with Emmanuel Macron on June 12. The leaders will discuss defense cooperation and energy ahead of the G7 summit.

Politics • May 27, 03:50 PM • 3942 views
Share of electric vehicles in the EU market rose to nearly 20% in 2026 – ACEA

The share of electric vehicles in the EU rose to 19. 7%, while registrations of gasoline cars fell by 17.7%. Hybrids remain market leaders with a share of 38.2%.

Economy • May 27, 02:35 PM • 3770 views
Europe begins to think that Putin will expand the war beyond Ukraine - WSJ

The EU fears that the Russian Federation will attack the Baltics or the Arctic to test NATO unity. Putin may resort to escalation due to heavy losses and the stalemate at the front.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 02:00 PM • 4028 views
The heatwave engulfing Europe will go down in history - French meteorologists

In France, temperatures reached 39°C, while London recorded a record 35°C. Meteorologists claim this heatwave will go down in the history of observations.

News of the World • May 27, 01:30 PM • 12748 views
EU Commissioner urged EU countries to open arsenals for Ukraine and abandon "haute couture" weapons - FT

Andrius Kubilius urged the EU to open arsenals for Ukraine and move to mass production of weapons. Europe is currently lagging behind the Russian Federation in missile production.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 08:42 AM • 12325 views