Donald Trump launched a new fragrance line, “Fight, Fight, Fight,” timed with the Christmas season. The launch was accompanied by a meme featuring Jill Biden, sparking controversy. Meanwhile, his unusually long handshake with Emmanuel Macron at the Notre Dame reopening went viral.
Syrian rebels have reportedly seized Damascus, ousting President Bashar al-Assad after 13 years of brutal rule. French President Macron has welcomed the news, praising the Syrian people’s courage and calling for a peaceful transition to a more just and unified Syria. International support and the future of the country remain uncertain.
French President Macron will hold bilateral meetings with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and newly elected US President Trump during the Notre Dame Cathedral reopening. Trump’s return to power fuels anxieties in Europe concerning US support for Ukraine and NATO relations.
French President Emmanuel Macron’s three-day state visit to Saudi Arabia resulted in a new strategic partnership focusing on defense, energy, and cultural cooperation. The visit comes amidst a political crisis in France and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, with Macron seeking Saudi support for Lebanon and a broader regional de-escalation.
After a five-year restoration following the devastating 2019 fire, Notre Dame Cathedral is set to reopen. French President Macron’s final pre-opening visit will be televised, showcasing the breathtaking results of the meticulous reconstruction effort.
A new poll reveals that over half of French citizens want Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s government to collapse due to widespread opposition to his austerity budget. The proposed 60 billion euro cuts and tax hikes could trigger a no-confidence vote, potentially leading to a government downfall before Christmas.
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s new memoir, ‘Unleashed,’ has ignited controversy with its startling claims, including details about Queen Elizabeth II’s health, his relationship with French President Emmanuel Macron, and a potential ‘aquatic raid’ for vaccine supplies. Johnson reveals personal insights into the Queen’s health, accuses Macron of exploiting migration for Brexit retaliation, and recounts a tense exchange with David Cameron over Brexit. These controversial revelations have sparked widespread discussion and debate.
Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has accused French President Emmanuel Macron of seeking to punish Britain for leaving the European Union during Brexit negotiations. In his upcoming memoir, Johnson claims Macron saw Brexit as a personal slight and used various tactics, including weaponizing the issue of migrants crossing the Channel, to make Britain’s exit difficult.
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier will form his new government next week, facing challenges in navigating a hung parliament and a potential budget battle. This follows a snap election that saw a leftist alliance win the most votes but fall short of a majority. Barnier aims to defend Macron’s policies and toughen immigration measures, while navigating pressure from the EU and financial markets to reduce France’s deficit.
French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed former Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier as the new Prime Minister, tasked with forming a unifying government. Barnier’s appointment comes after Macron’s coalition lost seats in the June parliamentary elections, leading to a hung parliament. The appointment of the 73-year-old Barnier makes him the oldest Prime Minister in modern French history.
