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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.
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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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France says the US is secretly preparing for war with China and that NATO may collapse

Jean-Luc Mélenchon said that the US is preparing for war with the PRC. He warned that France's refusal to support Washington could destroy NATO.

Politics • September 15, 12:16 AM • 13920 views
Bloom's 6-year-old daughter chose a tattoo from "Pirates of the Caribbean" without even knowing about her father's rolePhoto

6-year-old Daisy Dove chose a temporary Jack Sparrow tattoo, unaware of her father's role in "Pirates of the Caribbean. "

Culture • September 15, 12:05 AM • 77954 views
Estonia is in talks with France about joining the nuclear deterrence initiative

Estonia is in talks with France about a possible deepening of nuclear deterrence. No final decision has yet been made on the country’s participation.

Politics • September 14, 10:18 PM • 4320 views
Finland has joined the French nuclear initiative in Europe

Finland has joined France’s initiative to expand nuclear deterrence through cooperation with European partners. It has already been supported by Norway, Sweden and Denmark.

News of the World • September 14, 04:02 PM • 8047 views
The EU failed to agree on extending sanctions against russia one day before they expire

EU ambassadors failed to agree to extend the freezing of the assets of around 3,000 individuals and companies from russia. Slovakia is demanding that Usmanov and Fridman be excluded.

Politics • September 14, 10:28 AM • 6832 views
A 9-year-old Italian from an ancient family became the youngest person to conquer Mont Blanc

Lelio Massimo di Roccasecca climbed Mont Blanc with his father. From the summit, he saw the mountains of Italy, France, and Switzerland.

Sports • September 13, 03:25 PM • 5887 views
Ukrainian Polina Khalkevych won silver at a Climbing World Cup stage

The 18-year-old Ukrainian took second place at the Speed Climbing World Cup stage in Guiyang. In the final, she lost to Deng Lijuan.

Sports • September 13, 12:45 PM • 5902 views
A train derailment in France may have been sabotage; investigators consider this version the priority

A TER train derailed in Normandy, injuring 44 people. Investigators found a foreign piece of rail and are examining the possibility of sabotage.

Crimes and emergencies • September 12, 11:38 AM • 5254 views
France supported lifting EU sanctions on Russian billionaire and Putin's friend Usmanov

Paris joined Slovakia's demand to remove Usmanov from the EU sanctions list. This could complicate the continuation of the restrictions after September 15.

Economy • September 12, 06:59 AM • 4578 views
In France, a train derailed; 44 people were injured, and an 18-year-old girl is in critical condition

Near Rouen, a train collided with an unidentified object and derailed. An 18-year-old girl is in critical condition, and 43 people were injured.

News of the World • September 12, 06:08 AM • 3711 views
The EU postponed the decision on extending sanctions against Russia - media

EU ambassadors failed to agree on extending sanctions against Russia and will meet on September 14. Slovakia and France are demanding that Alisher Usmanov be removed from the "blacklist".

Economy • September 11, 08:23 PM • 23231 views
Americans have occupied all the spots in the top 10 richest people in the world for the first time

Bernard Arnault dropped out of the top ten richest people due to a $65 billion decline in his fortune. For the first time, the ranking was completely dominated by Americans, led by Musk.

Economy • September 11, 10:33 AM • 5794 views
Negotiations between Ukraine, the United States and russia: Zelenskyy named the timeline for possible progress and the agenda

Ukraine and the United States are working to resume negotiations after the elections in russia. Possible agreements include energy and grain exports.

War in Ukraine • September 10, 08:19 PM • 5897 views
For the first time in 20 years, the IAEA has referred the issue of Iran's nuclear program to the UN Security Council

The IAEA accused Iran of refusing to explain traces of uranium and referred the issue to the UN Security Council. Tehran could face sanctions.

Politics • September 9, 10:56 PM • 5413 views
Ukraine and its partners have agreed on concrete steps to implement the Freyja anti-ballistic program, Zelenskyy saysVideo

A meeting was held in Norway with the heads of defense companies from partner countries, dedicated to the implementation of the Freyja anti-ballistic program.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 04:24 PM • 7787 views
Israel will close the United Kingdom’s consulate in East Jerusalem over sanctions against settlements

Israel will close the British consulate in East Jerusalem over sanctions against goods from the settlements. London will also leave the mission concerning Gaza.

Politics • September 8, 11:37 PM • 6386 views
The Renoir Museum in France was robbed: paintings worth €9 million were stolen

Four paintings were stolen from the Renoir Museum in France; two were later found in the garden. The other two works are being sought, and an investigation is underway.

Culture • September 8, 06:14 PM • 6881 views
Zelenskyy and Trump are preparing for a personal meeting in September: the Foreign Ministry revealed details

Ukraine and the United States have tentatively agreed on a meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump in September. The sides may discuss air defense and diplomacy.

Politics • September 8, 02:51 PM • 15304 views
France Football has announced the nominees for the best club, the Johan Cruyff Award, and the Lev Yashin AwardPhoto

France Football has named five contenders for the best club of the year and the coaches nominated for the Johan Cruyff Award. The nominees for the Lev Yashin Award have also been announced.

Sports • September 8, 01:12 PM • 57789 views
The Eiffel Tower was closed due to a strike against discrimination against female workers

Eiffel Tower employees went on strike over restrictions imposed on women during the visit of a Hindu delegation. Management deemed the actions unacceptable.

Society • September 8, 04:46 AM • 12106 views
Allies consider rapidly supplying Ukraine with Patriot systems - media

The countries that manufacture Patriot systems are seeking ways to quickly strengthen Ukraine’s air defense before winter. France and Italy are preparing to transfer SAMP/T systems and Aster missiles.

War in Ukraine • September 8, 12:28 AM • 6353 views
Witkoff reported progress after U.S. talks with Ukraine and Russia

American representatives met with Putin and Zelenskyy in Moscow and Kyiv. Witkoff reported progress and possible new trilateral talks.

War in Ukraine • September 7, 03:17 PM • 5894 views
The most important thing is to continue working actively and jointly together — Zelenskyy following a meeting with representatives of Trump

Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with the negotiating team after meetings in Kyiv with representatives of the U. S. president. He called for continuing the joint work.

War in Ukraine • September 7, 11:45 AM • 3969 views
In France, the far-right leader wants Ukraine to pay for Europe's aid - Bloomberg

Jordan Bardella, leader of the "National Rally," is demanding guarantees of repayment for aid to Ukraine. He proposes spending funds only on European weapons.

Politics • September 6, 08:02 PM • 12567 views
Zelenskyy announced the next round of negotiations with the United States, Britain, France and GermanyVideo

Zelenskyy announced the third round of negotiations involving the United States, the United Kingdom, France and Germany.

Politics • September 6, 03:48 PM • 11994 views
The cost of waging the war is rising; more resources are needed — Koretskyi discussed financing for Ukraine with partners

Ukraine discussed the state of its finances and needs for the next two years with Germany, Britain and France. More resources are needed due to the intensification of attacks.

War in Ukraine • September 6, 03:29 PM • 6245 views
Sybiga: Russia is not in a position to dictate terms

Andrii Sybiha said that Russia is not in a position to dictate terms. According to him, its losses reached 42,000 in August, while its advance slowed sharply.

War in Ukraine • September 6, 01:56 PM • 5726 views
Zelenskyy began talks with Trump's special envoys in KyivPhotoVideo

In Kyiv, Zelenskyy met with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. Representatives of France, Britain and Germany also arrived for the talks.

Politics • September 6, 11:26 AM • 16000 views
Danylo Kravchenko defeated a Russian and won gold at the Junior European Judo ChampionshipsVideo

Ukrainian Danylo Kravchenko won gold at the Junior European Championships in the under-73 kg category. In the final, he defeated Russian Armin Sobliyev.

Sports • September 6, 07:21 AM • 6516 views
Putin is preparing a wave of assassinations and large-scale acts of sabotage in Europe — media

Experts said that Russia is intensifying sabotage against NATO and may resort to assassinating officials. Germany has become the main target of the attacks.

Politics • September 6, 05:03 AM • 13194 views