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France's Macron urges ceasefire as Hormuz shipping risks grow

French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday called for de-escalation of the three-week conflict in the Middle East, as France and five other countries said they were ready to help ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 20

How Iran’s Shahed drones are reshaping the economics of war

A seemingly modest weapon has become a symbol of shifting military power: Iran’s Shahed‑136 drone. Currently used by Iran's ally Russia in Ukraine and by Iran in the Middle East, the weapon represents a new type of warfare that focuses on affordability and mass production rather than technological sophistication.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 20

Local elections 'less vulnerable’ to disinformation, despite targeted campaigns

Elections everywhere are increasingly affected by disinformation campaigns, and this year's French municipal elections are no exception, with watchdogs identifying fake campaign websites. However, their local nature may offer them some protection from the effects.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 19

Surge in migrant deaths highlights rising dangers of Mediterranean route

The first two months of 2026 have brought a sharp rise in the number of people dying while attempting to reach Europe by sea, despite a drop in overall crossings. Experts say a combination of weather patterns, evolving smuggling tactics and increasingly restrictive border policies is making the already hazardous…

Radio France Internationale · Mar 19

'Europe must make itself heard' on Middle East war, says former EU commissioner

As EU leaders meet in Brussels for a high-stakes summit dominated by the war in the Middle East, Thierry Breton – former European commissioner for the Internal Market and France's former economy and finance minister – spoke to RFI about the current escalation and called on Europe to act in…

Radio France Internationale · Mar 19

UK and Nigeria hail 'deep bond' on first day of historic state visit

King Charles III praised the United Kingdom's "partnership of equals" with Nigeria, as he hosted a banquet for President Bola Tinubu, who will meet with Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 19

Rwanda takes UK to court seeking £100m over failed migrant deal

Rwanda is seeking more than £100 million it says the United Kingdom still owes from a scrapped 2022 deal to deport migrants, in a case that opened on Wednesday at the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 19

EU talks grapple with war, energy fears and Hungary’s veto on Ukraine

EU leaders are gathering in Brussels for a high-stakes summit dominated by war in the Middle East, energy pressures and a looming financial crunch in Ukraine – with a crucial loan package for Kyiv still blocked by Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 19

Brussels launches ‘EU Inc’ plan to cut red tape and boost competitiveness

The European Union has launched a new initiative aimed at making it easier for businesses to operate across the bloc, unveiling plans for a pan-European company framework designed to cut through legal complexity and energise the bloc's productivity.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 19

EU summit fails to rally Orban behind stalled Ukraine loan

EU leaders failed to persuade Hungary's Viktor Orban to lift his block on a massive loan to support Ukraine's war effort at summit talks on Thursday, leaving the much-needed funding in limbo.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 19