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Gérard Depardieu: the rise and fall of France's global film star

A larger than life figure with a career – and a reputation – to match, Gérard Depardieu is among the few stars of French cinema to be equally well known outside the country. On Tuesday, he was found guilty by a Paris court of sexually assaulting two women on a…

Radio France Internationale

Buckingham Palace says French President Macron has accepted invitation for state visit in July

Buckingham Palace says French President Emmanuel Macron has accepted an invitation to pay a state visit to the U.K. in July

The Independent UK

King to host French President Emmanuel Macron on state visit to UK in July

Mr Macron and his wife Brigitte will stay at Windsor Castle from July 8-10.

The Independent UK

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France derides Russia’s false claim of drug use by Macron, Merz and Starmer

Élysée warns against Kremlin’s disinformation efforts after ‘cocaine’ conspiracy theory spreads online

The Guardian - UK

France blasts ‘fake news’ surrounding train photo with world leaders

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The Independent UK

Fact check: Macron, Merz and Starmer targeted by Russian 'cocaine' claims

The allegations that the leaders of France, Germany and the UK took drugs while on a train on their way to Kyiv are part of a wider Russian disinformation campaign.

Euronews

French scientists denounce poor conditions as Macron courts US talent

France's president is hoping to position his country as a thriving scientific hub to attract US academics, but domestic researchers say they have been worn down by government cuts.

Euronews

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Setback for Europe after Trump insists Ukraine has ‘immediate’ peace talks with Russia

Zelenskyy had no choice but to accept Putin’s invitation to talks, diplomats say

The Guardian - UK

Will Zelensky empty-chair Putin in front of Trump after calling Russia’s bluff on peace talks?

ANALYSIS: As Turkey offers to mediate between Russia and Ukraine on Thursday and Donald Trump hints he may come too, chief international correspondent Bel Trew looks at how the week might unfurl

The Independent UK

Macron rubbishes cocaine train claims: ‘Fake news spread by France’s enemies’

France claims Russia’s military intelligence has stepped up efforts to spread disinformation about European leaders online

The Independent UK

France Condemns 'Fake News' Over Europe Leaders' Cocaine Accusation

The French presidency on Monday condemned "fake news" spread by "France's enemies" after social media accounts of far-right figures and Russian officials falsely claimed that European leaders including President Emmanuel Macron were seen taking drugs on a train.

International Business Times

Macron condemns 'cocaine train' fake news pushed by Russia as conspiracy theory goes viral

‘This fake news is being spread by France’s enemies, both abroad and at home. We must remain vigilant against manipulation,’ the Élysée Palace posted on X

Evening Standard

French lawmakers revive assisted suicide debate as end-of-life bill returns to parliament

French MPs are once again debating assisted suicide, as an end of life bill restarts its legislative process after it was interrupted by President Emmanuel Macron’s dissolution of parliament last year. Lawmakers in committee also adopted a bill on palliative care, which was initially part of the end-of-life legislation.

Radio France Internationale

Ukraine says Russia launches barrage of drones amid calls for truce, talks

Ukrainian authorities say ceasefire proposals are being ‘ignored’ as new drone attacks damage civilian infrastructure.

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France insists on ceasefire as Russia agrees to direct talks with Ukraine

France insists that Russia’s proposal for direct talks with Ukraine aimed at ending must involve a unconditional, 30-day ceasefire.

Euronews

Zelenskyy says he is willing to meet Putin in Istanbul for peace talks

The Ukrainian president said on Sunday he expected Russia to confirm a ceasefire starting Monday, and that he was prepared to meet with his Russian counterpart in Turkey on Thursday for direct talks to end Moscow's war, now in its fourth year.

Evening Standard

President Zelensky offers to meet Putin in Turkey after Trump demands they negotiate an end to war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he is ready to meet Vladimir Putin “personally” in Turkey on Thursday, after Trump insisted Ukraine agree to talks with Russia.

Latin Times

French Media Denies Rumors Macron Was Caught With Cocaine on Ukraine Trip

Video from train ride sparks online speculation, but outlet says items were a handkerchief and drink stirrer — not drugs.

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International Business Times

Erdogan Says Efforts To End Ukraine War At 'Turning Point'

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday told Russian and French leaders that a "historic turning point" has been reached in efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war and that Ankara was ready to host talks between the two warring parties, his office said.

The Guardian - UK

Zelenskyy challenges Putin to meet in person for peace talks

Ukrainian president proposes face-to-face meeting after Russian leader suggests two sides hold talks in Turkey

Radio France Internationale

Putin proposal for direct talks with Kyiv 'not enough' says France's Macron

Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed direct talks with Kyiv on 15 May, hours after European leaders threatened strong sanctions if Russia refused to agree to a 30-day ceasefire with Ukraine. Kyiv described the proposal as a positive sign but French President Emmanuel Macron said it wasn't enough.

The Independent UK

The Assembly: Inside the most groundbreaking TV show of the year

IN FOCUS: As Gary Lineker becomes the final guest to be grilled by a panel of neurodivergent and learning-disabled people on the no-rules interview show ‘The Assembly’, Ellie Muir speaks to its producers about making the series happen, encouraging celebrities to open up and portraying disability on screen

Euronews

Putin stays silent on ceasefire and offers ‘direct talks’ with Ukraine in Istanbul

The proposal for direct talks with Kyiv comes hours after Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and four European leaders, with the backing of the US, demanded that Moscow agree to an unconditional 30-day ceasefire starting on Monday

Evening Standard

Leaders make ‘material progress’ towards Ukraine peace, says Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer had travelled to Kyiv alongside his French, German and Polish counterparts for talks with President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Evening Standard

UK, US and Europe ‘call Putin out’ to agree to 30-day ceasefire or face 'massive sanctions'

Starmer said that the US and European leaders are now “speaking with one voice” on the crisis

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