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Germany's fighter jet dilemma: Faltering European dream and US reality

Germany is rearming with a renewed focus on buying European. But with the German-French-Spanish fighter jet project, FCAS, at a standstill, does Berlin have any real options beyond the American F-35?

Euronews

France says EU lacked mandate to attend Trump's Board of Peace meeting

France said the European Commission had no mandate to represent member states at US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace in Washington, after its Mediterranean commissioner attended the gathering alongside representatives from more than 45 countries.

Radio France Internationale

UN Rapporteur for Palestine says she won't resign despite French backlash

Francesca Albanese insists she has "the trust of the [UN] Human Rights Council" in an interview on Euronews' Europe Today show.

Euronews

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Death of French activist sparks spectre of 'cordon sanitaire' around LFI party

The death of 23-year-old far-right activist Quentin Deranque has weakened the left-wing France Unbowed, divided the left and given new momentum to the National Rally before crucial elections.

Euronews

Seven charged over activist's death as France allows far-right memorial march

Seven men were charged on Friday over the killing of far-right activist Quentin Deranque in Lyon, as authorities confirmed a memorial march will go ahead on Saturday under heavy police presence. France's far-right National Rally has told its elected officials not to attend.

Radio France Internationale

Newsletter: France lashes out at Commissioner Šuica's Board of Peace meeting

Also in this newsletter: The EU mediates amid Hungary and Slovakia’s energy standoff with Ukraine, and the French far right asks the European Parliament to mark death of activist Quentin Deranque.

Euronews

France to trial equipping transport police with electric stun guns

France will equip several hundred security officers across its rail and metro networks with electric stun guns in a bid to better manage violent incidents.

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Blackcurrants, olive oil, cheese: Why you should follow these foodie trails around Europe

From a newly developed blackcurrant trail in France to a historic route used by fishermen in Spain.

Euronews

‘Avignon warmed our bones and fed our souls’: readers’ favourite early spring trips to southern Europe

The best places to seek respite from the wintry UK weather in France, Italy and Germany

The Guardian - UK

France and Germany agreed to build the fighter jet of the future. Now they can’t agree who is in charge

FCAS, which also involves Spain, is imploding at a high-stakes moment for Europe, as threat rises from Russia

The Guardian - UK

'Stay in own lane': French President Macron tells Italian PM Meloni to 'stop commenting on other countries'

French President Emmanuel Macron criticized Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni for commenting on French affairs after she condemned the killing of a far-right activist. Macron urged leaders to "stay in their own lane," emphasizing that violence has no place in France. Meloni, in turn, expressed surprise at Macron's reaction, stating…

The Times of India

Leila Shahid, first woman to represent Palestine abroad, dies in France

Leila Shahid, the first woman to represent Palestine abroad, including as ambassador to France, has died at her home in southern France at the age of 76. She is remembered for her tireless championing of the Palestinian cause in Europe.

Radio France Internationale

French biathlete Julia Simon finds golden touch at 2026 Winter Olympics

Ski sticks in her left hand, French flag in her right and a smile as wide as the margin between her and the rest of the field, Julia Simon cruised over the line during the final week of the Winter Olympics to claim gold for her country in the women's…

Radio France Internationale

‘One in, one out’: what has happened to asylum seekers forced to return to France?

In rare interviews, some of those sent back across the Channel after arriving in the UK on small boats describe what happened next – and the risks of a system organised to get rid of them

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France says Commission lacks 'mandate' to join Board of Peace meeting as Brussels remains defiant

Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot says the Commission "never should have attended" Thursday's meeting in Washington as Commissioner Šuica lacked a "mandate" from European Union leaders.

Euronews

Macron defends FCAS jet project as Merz and Airbus float two-fighter option

The FCAS programme to produce a new European-made fighter jet has stalled in the face of disagreements between Airbus and Dassault. The latest statements from France's Emmanuel Macron and Germany's Friedrich Merz suggest a breakthrough remains elusive.

The Guardian - UK

Rights groups urge airlines to halt ‘one in, one out’ deportation flights

British and French activists write to Air France, AlbaStar, Titan and Corendon airlines over ‘shameful involvement’

Euronews

France maintains red flood alert as Storm Pedro hits southwest

France has experienced 35 consecutive days of rain, the longest uninterrupted period on record.

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What is Trump’s Board of Peace and who is involved?

The Trump-run group is viewed as an alternative to the United Nations, but democratic allies such as the UK, Canada, France and Germany are notably uninvolved

Radio France Internationale

UN hits out at Trump's ‘Board of Peace’ ahead of inaugural meeting in Washington

Members of the United Nations Security Council have sent out a clear message ahead of US President Donald Trump’s inaugural Board of Peace gathering – the fragile Gaza ceasefire must become permanent, and unilateral moves in the West Bank risk closing the door on a two-state solution.

Radio France Internationale

Franco-German defence project under strain as Berlin signals possible exit

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has cast doubt on one of Europe’s most ambitious joint defence projects, suggesting Berlin could ultimately walk away from the Future Combat Air System programme over deepening differences with France.

The Times of India

French nationalist beaten to death: Meet antifa activist-turned-MP Raphael Arnault at the heart of France's latest political scandal

Arnault himself is not accused of involvement in the violence. He has stated that he initiated procedures to dismiss a staff member following the arrest and said he would cooperate fully with investigators.

The Independent UK

Leila Shahid, first female Palestinian ambassador, dies in France at 76

Leila Shahid, the first female Palestinian diplomat, who held prominent posts in Europe during some of the most tumultuous years of the Mideast conflict, has died in France at the age of 76

Radio France Internationale

Champions League: Mbappé leads backing for race row Madrid teammate Vinicius

Real Madrid's France internationals Kylian Mbappé, Eduardo Camavinga and Aurélien Tchouaméni on Wednesday led the support for their Madrid teammate Vinicius Junior after the Brazilian became embroiled in a race row with Benfica striker Gianluca Prestianni during a Champions League clash against Benfica.

Radio France Internationale

France claim women's biathlon relay to extend record haul at Winter Olympics

France clocked up a record-extending 17th medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina on Wednesday after victory in the women's 4 x 6km relay.

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