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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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Quails that lay blue eggs: how a beauty industry expert became a farmer in Poltava region.

Economy • December 19, 10:54 AM • 14732 views
EU chief of diplomacy: there is no point in pushing Zelenskyy to talk when Putin doesn't want to talk

The EU's top diplomat called for an end to pressure on Zelenskyy regarding negotiations with Russia and for real security guarantees. Kallas emphasized that supporting Ukraine is now cheaper than the consequences of a possible Russian victory.

War in Ukraine • December 19, 09:32 AM • 42239 views
“There is a positive": Zelensky on discussing deployment of peacekeepers in Ukraine

The President of Ukraine reports positive developments in the discussion of the deployment of a peacekeeping contingent with Macron. European countries are considering sending up to 100,000 troops after the ceasefire.

War in Ukraine • December 19, 06:40 AM • 69006 views
Zelenskyy and Macron meet: what they discussed

The presidents of Ukraine and France meet to discuss military assistance and European integration. Zelenskyy thanked for the €5 billion in support.

War in Ukraine • December 18, 09:25 PM • 52306 views
France reaffirmed its unwavering support for Ukraine in the fight against russian aggression

French President Macron met with Zelenskyy to discuss cooperation and joint struggle. France reaffirmed its unwavering position on supporting Ukraine against russian aggression.

War in Ukraine • December 18, 08:41 PM • 22860 views
Rutte expects Ukraine to receive 19 air defense systems to protect critical infrastructure

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte expects to deliver 19 air defense systems to Ukraine to protect critical infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • December 18, 08:18 PM • 32536 views
Zelenskyy arrives in Brussels: what he will discuss with EU and NATO leaders

The President of Ukraine will hold a series of important meetings with European leaders in Brussels. Talks are scheduled with the leaders of France, Germany, Italy, and other countries, as well as the EU and NATO leaders.

War in Ukraine • December 18, 04:41 PM • 29615 views
Macron to meet one-on-one with Zelensky in Brussels today

The presidents of France and Ukraine will meet one-on-one in Brussels on the margins of the EU and Western Balkans summit. Macron may miss an important NATO meeting on Ukraine because of a trip to Mayotte.

Politics • December 18, 04:03 PM • 17551 views
Europe may send 100,000 troops to Ukraine after ceasefire - Reuters

European countries are discussing the possibility of deploying up to 100,000 troops to Ukraine after a ceasefire or peace agreement. France, Germany, Italy, Poland, and the United Kingdom could form the basis of a coalition.

War in Ukraine • December 18, 01:36 PM • 20231 views
European P5+1 raises alarm over record uranium reserves in Iran

Britain, France, and Germany accused Iran of building up its stockpile of highly enriched uranium to unprecedented levels. The IAEA confirms that Iran is the only country that possesses uranium with a purity of 60%.

News of the World • December 18, 12:27 PM • 15770 views
Luxury brands plan to accept cryptocurrency amid bitcoin growth

Elite fashion brands and retailers are considering accepting cryptocurrency as a means of payment. The French department store Printemps has already announced a partnership with Binance to implement crypto payments.

Economy • December 18, 12:14 PM • 15069 views
Scholz justifies denial of Taurus for Ukraine by Trump's statement about Biden's “stupid” authorization of strikes on Russia

The German chancellor cited Trump's criticism of Biden's decision to strike Russia to justify his refusal to provide Ukraine with Taurus missiles. Trump called Biden's authorization “very stupid.

War in Ukraine • December 18, 08:40 AM • 17965 views
Zelensky: “No leader in the world has the right to negotiate with Putin without Ukraine”

The President of Ukraine said that no world leader can negotiate with Putin without Ukraine's participation. To start negotiations, we need to create a clear action plan and be in a strong position.

War in Ukraine • December 18, 08:15 AM • 17416 views
France returns flag to embassy in Damascus

France restored its flag at the embassy in Damascus after a 12-year break. European countries begin to establish diplomatic contacts with the new Syrian government.

News of the World • December 17, 11:30 PM • 18353 views
Tusk announces new €100 million aid package for Kyiv

Donald Tusk announced the 46th package of military aid to Ukraine worth €100 million in January. Zelenskyy and Tusk discussed the situation at the front and coordination with partners during their meeting in Lviv.

War in Ukraine • December 17, 05:08 PM • 25513 views
Trump's team is clearly aware of Ukraine's importance for global security - Yermak

US President-elect Trump's team understands Ukraine's importance to global security. Trump has announced progress in efforts to stop the war and is ready to receive Zelenskyy.

Politics • December 17, 12:44 PM • 12244 views
French Parliament passes law for functioning of the country without a budget

The French Parliament has passed a special law for the functioning of the state without a budget for 2025. The document will allow to continue financing on the principles of the 2024 budget until a new budget is adopted.

News of the World • December 17, 01:02 AM • 19173 views
Trump will talk to Putin and Zelensky about ending the war

US President-elect Donald Trump has announced his intention to hold talks with Putin and Zelensky to end the war in Ukraine. According to Trump, his team is already working on this issue and there is some progress.

War in Ukraine • December 16, 06:45 PM • 25826 views
Trump did not invite Zelenskyy to the inauguration, but is ready to receive him

U. S. President-elect Donald Trump said he did not send an invitation to Zelenskyy to attend the inauguration on January 20. However, he expressed his readiness to host the Ukrainian president if he wants to come.

War in Ukraine • December 16, 06:02 PM • 27376 views
The EU imposed sanctions against 19 people for the first time for hybrid threats from Russia

The EU Council imposed sanctions against 16 individuals and 3 legal entities for destabilizing actions of the Russian Federation abroad. The restrictions include asset freezes and a ban on entry to the EU.

News of the World • December 16, 02:53 PM • 16732 views
10 countries and the EU condemned the deployment of DPRK troops in Russia to be used against Ukraine: what they say

The foreign ministers of 10 countries and the EU condemned military cooperation between the DPRK and Russia, including the deployment of North Korean troops. The countries called on Pyongyang to stop helping Moscow and withdraw its troops.

War in Ukraine • December 16, 01:45 PM • 18603 views
Head of EU diplomacy responds to the idea of peacekeepers in Ukraine

EU High Representative Kaja Kallas said that a peacekeeping mission is possible only after peace is achieved. According to her, Russia does not demonstrate a desire for a peaceful settlement of the conflict.

War in Ukraine • December 16, 09:34 AM • 22357 views
Cyclone Chido devastated French territory of Mayotte: hundreds of people could have died

The French territory of Mayotte was hit by a powerful cyclone with wind speeds of over 225 km/h. Rescuers are searching for survivors among the destroyed settlements, and the population is experiencing an acute shortage of water and food.

News of the World • December 16, 07:25 AM • 14170 views
Algeria accuses France of destabilizing the situation in the country

Algeria's Foreign Ministry summoned the French ambassador over allegations of destabilizing actions by France. Algeria accused the French intelligence agency DGSE of conducting hostile operations against state institutions.

News of the World • December 16, 03:37 AM • 19643 views
French diplomatic mission to go to Syria for the first time in 12 years

Four French diplomats will travel to Syria on December 17 to establish their first contacts with the new government. The mission aims to restore French influence and assess the humanitarian needs of the population.

News of the World • December 16, 12:59 AM • 17992 views
German chancellor candidate reveals why European leaders shun Scholz

Friedrich Merz called Olaf Scholz's European policy a “complete failure”. According to him, EU leaders do not want to meet with the chancellor, who either keeps silent or reads moral lectures.

Politics • December 15, 10:54 AM • 52086 views
A series of murders has occurred in France: among the victims are two security agents and two migrants

A series of murders took place in the Dunkirk area: two port security guards and two migrants in Lune Plage were shot dead. A fifth victim is found in Wormhout, the suspect has surrendered to the authorities.

News of the World • December 15, 09:06 AM • 21060 views
22-year-old attacker confesses to killing 5 people in northern France

A shooting took place in France, killing two security agents and two migrants. A 22-year-old suspect confessed to the attack and the murder of another man in a neighboring town.

News of the World • December 15, 04:33 AM • 20062 views
French energy company increases nuclear power production forecast by 5% next year

France's EDF plans to generate 358-364 TWh of electricity from 56 reactors. The new 1600 MW Flamanville-3 unit will soon be connected to the grid.

News of the World • December 14, 07:12 PM • 23479 views
Telegram says it has deleted more than 15 million groups and channels with malicious content this year

This happened after Pavel Durov's arrest in France and accusations of malicious content.

News of the World • December 14, 06:19 PM • 20600 views