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The NOC has recognized Taisiia Onofriichuk as the best athlete of May following her bronze medal at the European Championships. The gymnast holds world-class status and has 25 World Cup awards.
Kyiv fears a delay in EU accession due to the elections in France and the pace of reforms. Ukraine is frustrated by proposals for only associate membership in the bloc.
One of the largest international exhibitions in the field of defense and security, Eurosatory-2026, kicks off in Paris on June 15. The Ukrainian company Fire Point, developer of the FREYJA anti-ballistic software, will participate in the event.
Ukraine plans to create an anti-ballistic shield together with European countries, whose leaders are increasingly realizing the need to build a new security architecture.
Ukraine fears a delay in accession amid elections in France, while the EU has questions regarding the pace of reforms.
Macron invited Ukraine's allies to a parade in Paris to discuss support. He supported Zelenskyy's initiative regarding peace negotiations with the Russian Federation.
The EU is preparing sanctions against four Chinese companies for assisting the Russian military. Firms from the UAE, Turkey, and Azerbaijan will also face restrictions.
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.
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.
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.
In Paris, 283 people were detained due to riots following the Champions League final. Seven police officers were injured during clashes with PSG fans.
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.
The Brazilian Fonseca knocked Djokovic out of Roland Garros, coming back from two sets down. The Serb lost his chance for a 25th title due to injuries and fatigue.
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.
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.
Rumen Radev called on the EU to lead negotiations with the Russian Federation to end the war. He warned against a conflict with a nuclear power without proper weaponry.
Svitolina, Kostyuk, and Starodubtseva secured victories at the tournament in France. Daria Snigur ended her run, losing to American Peyton Stearns.
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.
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.
A leak of documents has revealed Russia's plans for hybrid attacks in the EU to discredit Ukraine. The Kremlin is preparing provocations in Paris and spreading fakes about the government.
Oleksandra Oliynykova defeated Elena Pridankina with a score of 6:1, 6:2 in the first round. For the first time in history, five Ukrainian women have advanced to the second round of the tournament.
Temperature records were set in France and Britain. Two people died during sporting events due to the abnormal heatwave.
Investigating judges conducted searches at the Élysée Palace regarding contracts with Shortcut Events. They are examining the terms of organizing ceremonies at the Panthéon.
Due to the war with Iran, the Esports World Cup has been moved from Riyadh to Paris. The tournament, featuring a $75 million prize pool, will host over 2,000 players from around the world.
Kyiv plans to raise the fare to 30 UAH per trip. As a result, the capital could become one of the five most expensive cities in Europe in terms of transport costs.
The EU criticizes the US decision to extend the waiver of sanctions on Russian oil. Valdis Dombrovskis called for increased pressure on Moscow instead of easing it.
Ten new alleged victims of Jeffrey Epstein have contacted the French police. The investigation is examining the financier's crimes in France and the role of local citizens.
The Pontiff will visit Paris and Lourdes on September 25-28 at the invitation of Emmanuel Macron. This marks the first official visit by a head of the Vatican to the country in 18 years.
The US has charged an Iraqi man with plotting terrorist attacks against Jewish sites in Europe and America. The militant was detained in New York and faces life imprisonment.
Jannik Sinner set a record with 32 consecutive wins at ATP Masters 1000 events, surpassing Djokovic. In the quarterfinals in Rome, he defeated Andrey Rublev.