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Macron warns extremes pose danger to France ahead of final mayoral vote

President Emmanuel Macron warned on Wednesday that political extremists presented a danger to France as candidates continued their campaigning ahead of Sunday's second round of polling in mayoral elections.

Radio France Internationale

Suspended sentences for French riot police who beat 'yellow vest' protesters

Nine CRS officers were sentenced on Tuesday to suspended prison terms ranging from six to 24 months for beating "yellow vest" protesters in a fast-food restaurant in Paris in 2018.

Radio France Internationale

France rules out Hormuz military role as Macron defies Trump

French President Emmanuel Macron has ruled out any immediate French military involvement in securing the Strait of Hormuz, insisting that Paris will not take part in operations while active bombardments continue in the Middle East.

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Macron says France could join Hormuz ship escorts once situation 'calmer'

The French president rejected US President Trump's calls for immediate action to reopen the key oil route, but said an international escort mission could be considered once fighting subsides.

Euronews

Is Russia using the war in the Middle East to spread disinformation about Ukraine?

Russia has consistently spread disinformation about Ukraine since the start of its full-scale invasion. Now, analysts say the Kremlin is shifting its messaging strategy by exploiting narratives about the war in the Middle East. The Cube debunks some of the false claims.

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Going nuclear? Why a growing number of Washington’s allies are eyeing an alternative to US umbrella

Canadians are openly discussing the merits and risks of pursuing a nuclear weapon. Europeans are similarly considering a nuclear deterrent for the bloc. In South Korea, public support for a nuclear weapon is at its highest level on record, and even in Japan some politicians are talking about the once-taboo…

The Conversation

Ukraine to test French-Italian alternative to US Patriot missiles

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has placed the new generation French-Italian-made SAMP/T air defence system at the centre of his latest appeal for protection against Russian missiles, providing a European alternative to the US Patriot missiles currently used in the field.

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'We don’t need anybody': Trump asks allies to help with Hormuz crisis amid Iran war; gets snubbed

US President Trump expressed disappointment as key allies like Germany and Italy refused to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz. Citing legal limits and lack of mandates, these nations declined. Trump, however, asserted US strength, suggesting the request was partly a test of allied commitment amid escalating regional conflict…

The Times of India

Most NATO members reject U.S.-led Hormuz Strait coalition, Trump says

The response from many allies: "Hell no."

Axios

Trump Says Key Ally Not Fully on Board With Strait of Hormuz Coalition Plan

President Donald Trump said France and President Emmanuel Macron were closer than most U.S. partners to backing his push for an international coalition to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times

Trump Announces Plan For Coalition of Countries to Escort Ships Through Strait of Hormuz

A report indicates that the Trump administration is pressing ahead with plans to assemble a coalition of countries to help escort commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times

'War is not a video game': France gauges response to the Middle East conflict

With French warships deployed from the Mediterranean to the Strait of Hormuz, former French general Dominique Trinquand speaks to RFI about what's at stake for France, Europe and the risk of conflict escalation in the Middle East.

Radio France Internationale

UK, Other Allies Weigh Hormuz Warships Role as Trump Warns NATO of 'Very Bad Future' Over Iran

As the US urges allies to send naval forces to the Strait of Hormuz, many governments are cautious, fearing escalation in the Middle East.

International Business Times

Macron presses Iranian president to stop 'unacceptable' attacks

The French president urged Iran to halt regional attacks, restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and let detained French citizens Kohler and Paris return home.

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France holds back warships as Trump urges allies to secure Strait of Hormuz

France has said it will not send naval vessels to the Strait of Hormuz after US President Donald Trump called on countries reliant on oil from the Gulf to help secure the shipping lane that has been blocked since the start of the US and Israeli attacks on Iran. France…

Euronews

Newsletter: EU ministers to mull bolstering naval mission under US pressure

Also in this newsletter: Belgian Prime Ministers calls on Europe to cut deal with Russia on war in Ukraine, and EU diplomats expect tensions over the closed Druzhba pipeline to play out until after April's Hungarian elections.

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Marseille tight, Paris uncertain after first round of French local elections

Uncertainty reigns in France’s largest cities after Sunday’s first round of local elections, starting with Paris, where the Socialist candidate was leading, but whose victory in the second round could be upset by the hard left candidate’s remaining in the race. The far right appeared strong in several southern cities,…

The Independent UK

Why France is bolstering military presence in the Middle East, as Macron prepares for postwar talks

France is ramping up its military push in the Middle East as President Emmanuel Macron calls the effort strictly defensive

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Low turnout and far-right gains mark first round of France's local elections

Polling booths have closed after the first round of France's municipal elections, considered a litmus test for the presidential elections next year. Provisional results showed the Socialist candidate was leading in Paris, while the far right looked strong in several southern cities, but pollsters said turnout was low.

The Guardian - UK

First-round of French local elections sees strong showing for National Rally and LFI

Far-right and radical left parties likely to increase their local presence in advance of next year’s presidential race

The Guardian - UK

Trump’s call for allied deployment to strait of Hormuz meets muted response

UK and Japan among countries that are considering options but yet to commit warships to blockaded shipping route

Radio France Internationale

France's first round of local elections underway

Polling booths have opened across France for municipal elections – widely seen as a barometer of France's political mood ahead of the high-stakes 2027 presidential race.

The Guardian - UK

France votes in local elections seen as crucial indicator for presidential poll

Ballots in 35,000 villages, towns and cities will be closely watched for signals about party strategies and alliances

The Mary Sue

As Iran war rages, White House ignores Ukraine’s game-changing drone proposal

Ukraine is currently awaiting White House approval for a significant drone production agreement that Kyiv proposed last year, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This deal is significant, especially as countries worldwide are scrambling to modernize their air defenses after the ongoing Iran war highlighted some serious shortcomings in current…

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France, UN push for direct talks to end hostilies between Israel and Lebanon

French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday said Lebanon was ready to engage in "direct talks" with Israel and offered to host negotiations in Paris. This came on the heels of a visit to Beirut by UN chief Antonio Guterres, who also urged for a diplomatic solution the crisis.

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