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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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Macron: US made a “good decision” to lift limits on Ukraine missile use

The French President approved the US authorization for Ukraine to use US weapons on the territory of Russia. The decision was made in response to Russia's escalation and involvement of the North Korean military.

War in Ukraine • November 19, 07:45 AM • 61159 views
European ministers gather in Warsaw to discuss Ukraine, Trump and security

The foreign ministers of six major European powers will meet in Warsaw to discuss the war in Ukraine and European security. Also on the agenda is the issue of Trump's possible return to power in the United States.

War in Ukraine • November 19, 06:32 AM • 16256 views
Borrell: US allows Ukraine to strike Russia with missiles with a range of up to 300 km

The Biden administration has authorized Ukraine to use weapons with a range of up to 300 kilometers in Russia. The weapons are to be used against Russian and North Korean troops in the Kursk region.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 07:24 PM • 30107 views
Tomorrow, Sikorsky convenes a meeting in the Weimar+ format on Ukraine. Andriy Sybiga is among those invited

The Polish Foreign Minister organizes a meeting in the Weimar+ format to discuss assistance to Ukraine. The meeting will discuss countering Russia's attempts to impose its vision of the outcome of the war.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 06:33 PM • 29220 views
Duda: US decision to authorize Ukraine's strikes deep into Russia could be decisive in the war

The Polish president said that the US authorization to use weapons to strike Russia could be decisive in the war. He also criticized Germany for trying to negotiate with Russia over energy resources.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 01:20 PM • 21509 views
French farmers launch large-scale protests against trade agreement with Mercosur

Farmers in 80 departments of France are protesting against the free trade agreement between the EU and Mercosur. The farmers are demanding to change the agreement due to non-compliance with the climate agreement and unequal production conditions.

News of the World • November 18, 12:48 PM • 17354 views
The Kremlin threatens the United States over the authorization of long-range missile strikes

Peskov said that allowing the United States to launch missiles deep into Russia would mean direct US involvement in the conflict. France and the EU are also considering allowing Ukraine to strike at Russian military targets.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 11:55 AM • 21045 views
Paris says allowing Ukraine to use missiles to strike Russian targets still an option

The French representative said that Ukraine could be allowed to strike at Russian military targets. This applies to targets from which aggression against Ukrainian territory is carried out.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 09:55 AM • 19980 views
Italy introduces million-dollar fines for surrogacy abroad

The President of Italy has signed a law that provides for penalties of up to two years in prison and fines of up to one million euros for surrogacy outside the country.

News of the World • November 18, 09:53 AM • 15821 views
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An expert on a possible decision on permission to strike deep into Russia: it has been delayed for almost a year

Military experts commented on the possible authorization of the United States to use long-range missiles against Russia. According to them, the Russians have already adapted and moved important facilities further away from the border.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 09:08 AM • 154012 views
Lithuanian President confirms Ukraine's permission to fire long-range missiles at Russia

The President of Lithuania confirmed that Ukraine had received permission from its partners to strike at Russian territory with long-range weapons. The United States, France, and the United Kingdom have granted appropriate authorizations for the use of their missile systems.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 07:22 AM • 21183 views
Britain successfully tests SPEAR cruise missile with a range of up to 100 km

The British military has successfully tested the SPEAR guided missile with a range of up to 100 km. The missile is designed for the F-35 and can destroy air defense systems, ships, tanks and other targets.

News of the World • November 18, 04:00 AM • 22080 views
Trump's son calls those responsible for authorizing long-range strikes on Russia “imbeciles”

Donald Trump Jr. called those who allowed Ukraine to launch long-range strikes against Russia “imbeciles.” He believes that this decision could lead to World War III.

News of the World • November 18, 01:54 AM • 23247 views
Putin is not interested in peace and is not ready for negotiations - Macron

The French president said that Putin is not interested in peace and plans to intensify hostilities. Macron emphasized the need to force Russia to end the war and start negotiations under international law.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 10:58 PM • 69043 views
The missiles will speak for themselves: Zelensky on authorizing strikes on Russia

The President of Ukraine commented on the information about the authorization of the United States, Britain and France to use long-range missiles against Russia. Zelenskyy said that “the missiles will speak for themselves” and that such things are not announced.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 09:34 PM • 56367 views
France and Britain allow Ukraine to strike Russia with SCALP/Storm Shadow missiles - Le Figaro

France and Britain authorized Ukraine to launch SCALP/Storm Shadow missiles deep into Russian territory.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 08:05 PM • 38259 views
Instead of the Russian Consulate General in Poznan, a Ukrainian one may appear - Sikorsky

Polish Foreign Minister Sikorski has announced the possibility of locating the Ukrainian consulate in the building of the Russian consulate after its closure in Poznan. The decision is due to the growing number of Ukrainians in Poland and their consular needs.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 03:02 AM • 95138 views
Artillery Coalition discusses Ukraine's needs for the next two years - Ministry of Defense

The 14 member countries of the Artillery Coalition discussed a roadmap for meeting the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine until 2027. The goal is for Ukraine to achieve sustainable artillery capabilities and interoperability with NATO.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 02:19 AM • 27079 views
The attacker who took employees of a restaurant near Paris hostage has been arrested

A 40-year-old drug addicted man took four hostages in a restaurant in Issy-les-Moulineaux. After a 3-hour operation, an elite police unit arrested the attacker, and all the hostages were unharmed.

News of the World • November 17, 01:35 AM • 21138 views
Important statement on the thousandth day of the war: G7 leaders reaffirm unwavering support for Kyiv

The G7 leaders reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine in its struggle for sovereignty. The member states will continue to put pressure on Russia through sanctions and export restrictions.

War in Ukraine • November 16, 03:45 PM • 31621 views
There was a hostage situation at a restaurant in France

In a restaurant in the French town of Issy-Le-Moulineau, the owner is holding back several employees of the establishment. The area is cordoned off by a large police force, firefighters arrived on the scene.

News of the World • November 16, 01:59 PM • 21581 views
Sikorski: the most important talks on the war in Ukraine will be held in Warsaw

Radoslav Sikorsky announced an important meeting in the Weimar Triangle Plus format next week in Warsaw. Representatives of Ukraine, France, Germany and other European countries are invited to the talks.

War in Ukraine • November 16, 10:00 AM • 36306 views
Ukrainian military completed training in France and received modern equipment

More than 2,000 soldiers of the Anna Kyivska Brigade have completed two months of training in France. The brigade received full equipment, including AMX 10 tanks, Caesar self-propelled artillery systems and other equipment.

War in Ukraine • November 16, 02:21 AM • 60068 views
Kyiv region held a dialogue between government and business in a new format as part of ReBuild Ukraine

At the ReBuild Ukraine exhibition, the Kyiv region delegation met with representatives of the state of Washington to discuss joint projects. The parties are working on an online platform for business cooperation between the two regions.

Economy • November 15, 03:53 PM • 23446 views
At the Nations League match in Paris, fans booed the Israeli anthem, several clashes occurred

At the France-Israel soccer match, fans booed the Israeli anthem. The game was held under heavy security due to recent clashes in Amsterdam, and Macron and Barnier were present at the stadium.

Sports • November 15, 06:57 AM • 18116 views
Germany demands its ports not to accept Russian gas - FT

The German Ministry of Economy has ordered Deutsche Energy Terminal to stop supplying Russian LNG. The decision was made after the announcement of planned gas supplies from Russia to the Brunsbüttel terminal.

Economy • November 14, 02:30 PM • 18187 views
Victory Plan, cogeneration, reconstruction: Kravchenko met with representatives of the twin region of Ile-de-France

Ruslan Kravchenko, Chairman of the Kyiv RMA, met with the speaker of the Ile-de-France region to discuss support for the Victory Plan. The parties discussed attracting investments and rebuilding educational institutions in Kyiv region.

Kyiv region • November 14, 02:00 PM • 14756 views
Azerbaijani President Links Climate Change to 'Neocolonialism', France Boycotts COP29

At the COP29 summit, Ilham Aliyev criticized France and the Netherlands for their overseas territories. Representatives of these countries refused to participate in the climate summit in Baku.

News of the World • November 14, 08:59 AM • 15644 views
National selection for Eurovision 2025: UA:PBC received about 370 applications

UA:PBC received 374 songs from 232 solo artists and 72 bands from Ukraine and other countries. Tina Karol became the new music producer of the national selection, the final of which will take place in February 2025.

Culture • November 13, 12:15 PM • 17492 views
“We are Europe” rally continues near the Parliament of Georgia, Rustaveli Avenue is blocked

The “We are Europe” rally is held in Tbilisi. The ruling party refused to meet with MEPs who came to discuss election violations.

News of the World • November 11, 06:33 PM • 20749 views