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This article summarizes key developments from Israel's conflict with Gaza as of Saturday. It details fatalities following Israeli actions and includes reports on decreased birth rates and increased mi...
France May Withdraw from NATO - Question Will be Voted on by Parliament
The possibility of France withdrawing from NATO will be put to a vote in parliament. This action reflects the country's strategic decisions and its stance on collective defense mechanisms within the a...
UK, France, Ukraine Ink Declaration on Multinational Force in Ukraine
The United States has offered support to a multinational force in Ukraine in case of an attack, a move heralded as groundbreaking by European leaders. This declaration involves the UK, France, and Ukr...
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 1411: Zelenskyy prepares government reboot if Russia torpedoes peace talks
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine stated that he is readying a government reformation should Russia impede progress in peace negotiations. He emphasized the necessity for continued internationa...
Ukrainian Air Superiority 2026 Status Update: Western Weapons Systems to Watch
The Ukrainian Air Force is rapidly modernizing with the acquisition and deployment of key Western weapon systems including F-16AM, Mirage 2000-5F, Rafale fighters, Gripen aircraft, Saab ASC890 AEW&amp...
Israel confirms ban on 37 NGOs in Gaza
The Israeli government has banned 37 international NGOs from operating in Gaza by March 1, stating that they failed to meet security and transparency standards. The decision follows an order for these...
Paris and London Ready to Send Troops to Ukraine Without UN, EU Mandate
France and the United Kingdom are prepared to deploy military forces to Ukraine independently of both the United Nations Security Council and the European Union. This move signals a significant shift ...
G7’s frozen Russian assets bring Ukraine $38 billion—three quarters of 2025 aid
The G7's freezing of Russian assets has provided approximately $38 billion in aid to Ukraine for the year 2025, representing almost three-quarters of the total aid package. Additionally, the EU is set...
France to send newest air defense to Ukraine for first combat deployment in 2026: the SAMP/T NG
The Ukrainian armed forces are set to receive France's advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System Next Generation (SAMP/T NG) as part of a long-term security partnership agreement. This deployment marks t...
Could France’s conservatives really work with Le Pen? It’s no longer unthinkable.
The article discusses the potential for center-right parties in France to form alliances or coalitions with Marine Le Pen and her National Rally party, noting that this scenario was previously unthink...
Brigitte Bardot, French icon and animal rights activist, dies at 91
Agence France-Presse reports the death of Brigitte Bardot, a prominent figure in 20th-century French cinema known for her roles that defined an era of female sex icons. Born in 1934, Bardot became fam...
Shocking Development - France Poised to Leave NATO, Parliamentary Vote Will Take Place - Anger Towards USA, Trump and Denmark Threats
France may be preparing to leave the NATO alliance due to disagreements with the United States regarding defense spending and President Donald Trump's comments. A parliamentary vote is scheduled to ad...
38th Strategic Dialogue Deepens India-France Collaboration For ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ & Indigenous Manufacturing Goals
India and France reaffirmed their strategic partnership during the 38th India–France Strategic Dialogue. The dialogue focused on strengthening collaboration towards India's self-reliance goals ('Atman...
What if NATO Collapses?
The article discusses potential scenarios of NATO's disintegration and explores the implications for European security. It questions how Europe would fare without the alliance, examining political, ec...
Eutelsat orders 340 additional satellites to replenish OneWeb constellation
Eutelsat has placed an order with Airbus Defence and Space for an additional 340 satellites needed to replenish the OneWeb satellite constellation....
₹30,000-Crore Fighter Jet Engine Deal Nears PM-Led CCS Nod
India's Department of Defence Production seeks final approval for a Rs 30,000 crore deal with Safran to co-develop an advanced fighter jet engine for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). This a...
In Response to Macron and Meloni... EU Excludes Dialogue with Putin
The European Union has decided to exclude dialogue with Russian President Vladimir Putin as a response to statements made by French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni,...
India And France Have Accelerated Negotiations For An Expanded Rafale Fighter Jet Deal Ahead of Macron Visit
India and France are intensifying discussions on expanding the Rafale fighter jet deal due to India's urgent need to increase its combat capabilities. The Indian Air Force is pushing for a government-...
EU Not Ready for Talks With Putin Despite Calls From France and Italy
The European Union (EU) has stated that it remains unwilling to engage in talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin despite recent calls from France and Italy to open diplomatic channels. This posit...
Exit from NATO proposal in Parliament! Greenland threat puts France at breaking point!
A potential withdrawal from NATO has been proposed in Grönland's parliament, posing significant security concerns for countries like France that rely on the alliance. The situation is perceived as thr...
Dassault Aviation invests in Harmattan AI at €1.4 billion value
French defense contractor Dassault Aviation has entered into an investment agreement with the startup Harmattan AI for the development of embedded artificial intelligence in its future air combat syst...
Europe’s nuclear powers join forces
France and the United Kingdom are collaborating more closely given their status as the sole NATO countries in Europe with nuclear arsenals. This cooperation is viewed positively for bolstering Europea...
European Troops on Greenland
During a recent meeting of the coalition of willing nations, Keir Starmer discussed the possibility of a concrete European military presence on Greenland and sought to involve Emmanuel Macron in these...
Prepare for a transatlantic divorce
Emmanuel Macron's speech to the French diplomatic corps suggests that 2026 may mark the end of the transatlantic alliance due to America's perceived coercive and violent behavior towards Europe. Europ...
French Exit from NATO: A Planned Departure Process Should Be Initiated
The article discusses concerns and considerations regarding France potentially initiating a process to leave NATO in a planned manner. It highlights the need for a structured departure if such an acti...
IAF Seeks G2G Route for 114 Rafale Fighters to Bypass Further MRFA Trials & Fast-Track Delivery as India-France Deal Nears
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is pushing for a Government-to-Government route to expedite the procurement of an additional 114 Rafale fighter jets, aiming to bypass further trials and fast-track delivery...
India, France Eye Mega Rafale Deal To Plug IAF Shortfalls
India and France are close to finalizing an agreement for additional Rafale fighter jets to address critical shortages in the Indian Air Force (IAF). The negotiations have intensified ahead of French ...
India moves toward major Rafale fighter procurement
India is progressing toward the approval for purchasing a considerable number of Rafale fighter jets ahead of French President Emmanuel Macron's upcoming visit. The Indian Air Force has submitted a pr...
Deputy President of French Parliament Submits Resolution for NATO Withdrawal
The deputy president of France's parliament has submitted a resolution calling for France to withdraw from NATO. This move marks a significant statement regarding the country’s military and political ...
France in NATO - Paris Officially Ready to Exit Alliance
The article discusses France's current stance within NATO and how there are discussions of France officially withdrawing its military from NATO command structures, maintaining that it does not agree w...
Meloni joins Macron in urging European talks with Russia
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has echoed French President Emmanuel Macron's calls for more dialogue between Europe and Russia by proposing the appointment of a special envoy to engage in direc...
UK, Germany and France call Russia’s Oreshnik attack on Ukraine ‘unacceptable’
Ukraine is investigating Russia's use of the Oreshnik hypersonic missile against civilian infrastructure as a potential war crime. The UK, Germany, and France have condemned this attack, describing it...
Will Trump's Greed for Greenland Destroy NATO?
The article discusses hypothetical scenarios where U.S. President Donald Trump expresses interest in purchasing Greenland, questioning whether such actions might cause divisions within NATO and potent...
US Promises Security Guarantees for Ukraine at Paris Meeting of 'Coalition of the Willing'
During a meeting of international partners known as the Coalition of the Willing in Paris, the United States announced it would provide security guarantees to Ukraine once a ceasefire is established. ...
France and United Kingdom Commit to Deploying Troops to Ukraine If Ceasefire Is Agreed With Russia
In response to the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, France and the United Kingdom have agreed to deploy troops to support Ukraine if a ceasefire is established. This move reflects increase...
Germany Could Join Multinational Force From Outside Ukraine, Merz Says
German politician Volker Merz proposes Germany deploying troops to neighboring NATO territories as part of a multinational force rather than inside Ukraine itself, reflecting a more cautious stance co...
Security Guarantees for Ukraine ‘Largely Finished,’ Witkoff Says
The UK, France, and Ukraine have signed a joint declaration of intent to confirm details of a postwar 'Multinational Force' aimed at safeguarding any potential peace agreement in Ukraine. According to...
Ukraine Needs Real Assistance Alongside Diplomacy, Zelenskyy Says After Meeting Macron
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine requires practical support in addition to diplomatic efforts after meeting with President Emmanuel Macron of France....
Zelensky and Macron to Hold Working Lunch with U.S. Delegation Prior to Coalition of the Willing Meeting in Paris
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine and French President Emmanuel Macron are set to have a working lunch with a U.S. delegation before an upcoming meeting of the Coalition of the Willing in Paris...
Top Ukrainian Allies Meet in Paris to Push for Security Guarantees for Kyiv
The top allies of Ukraine held a meeting in Paris aimed at discussing and pushing forward security guarantees for the city of Kyiv amidst ongoing tensions and military conflict involving Russia. The g...
Russian Strikes Kill Two and Trigger Hospital Fire Ahead of Paris Peace Talks
Russian strikes have resulted in two deaths and sparked a fire at a hospital in Ukraine prior to scheduled peace talks in Paris....
Thales to provide Royal Navy with next-gen portable MCM command centres
Thales has secured a significant contract from the UK Ministry of Defence’s Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) organization for providing next-generation portable mine countermeasure (MCM) command c...
Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine security chief ahead of Paris talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed the head of Ukraine's Security Service (SBU), Ivan Bakanov, in a significant reshuffle as he prepares to attend important international meetings i...
Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine security chief ahead of Paris talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council Secretary Oleksiy Danilov in the run-up to important diplomatic discussions scheduled for Paris. T...
Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine security chief ahead of Paris talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has replaced Oleksiy Danilov as the Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) in anticipation of key diplomatic meetings scheduled to take p...
Turkey to stress 'strategic priority' of Black Sea security at Ukraine meeting in Paris
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will stress the strategic importance of maintaining security in the Black Sea region during a Paris summit on Ukraine organized by French President Emmanuel Macron...
EAM Jaishankar To Visit France, Luxembourg To Deepen Strategic, Bilateral Engagements
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will embark on a six-day official visit to France and Luxembourg from January 4-10, 2026. The trip aims to strengthen India's bilateral relations with both count...
UK, France bomb IS arms bunker in Syria
In coordination with French forces, the United Kingdom conducted an air strike on an underground weapons storage facility used by Islamic State near Palmyra, Syria, as reported by the U.K. Defense Min...
Drone Strikes Wound Civilians in Russia and Ukraine Ahead of Paris Talks
Unspecified drone strikes have injured civilians in both Russia and Ukraine prior to anticipated talks in Paris aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict between the two nations....
Ukraine Wants French and British Jets Deployed
Ukraine has expressed interest in deploying French and British fighter jets on its territory....
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