On 22 September 2025, France officially recognised the State of Palestine during the United Nations General Assembly session. President Emmanuel Macron announced the step as part of France’s ongoing commitment to the Middle East peace process. What Macron Emphasised Macron said the recognition

A high-level summit co-hosted by France and Saudi Arabia opened at the United Nations, aiming to revive the long-stalled two-state solution for Israel and Palestine. Leaders attending the UN General Assembly are expected to announce formal recognition of a Palestinian state. Countries Recognising Palestine The United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Portugal have already

France is preparing for major strikes and protests on 18 September as trade unions rally against planned budget cuts. Key sectors such as education, healthcare, transportation, and pharmacies are expected to be disrupted. Authorities have warned of widespread inconvenience, particularly in Paris. What Protesters Demand Unions and opposition groups are demanding that the

India’s decision to back the UN resolution endorsing the two-state solution for Palestine marked a significant departure from its recent abstentions. In siding with the overwhelming majority at the General Assembly, New Delhi appeared to prioritize its broader global calculus over bilateral sensitivities with Israel. The result was a moment where France gained credibility

India has had a few inflection points that quietly, firmly reset how the world reads New Delhi’s intent. Pokhran II in 1998 was one such moment. A three-decade later echo could arrive if the proposal to build 114 Rafales in India moves from paper to production. This is not only a purchase plan. It is […]

France saw widespread protests under the slogan “Block Everything”, with demonstrators blocking roads, burning barricades, and staging rallies in cities such as Paris, Marseille, Nantes, Toulouse, Rennes, Montpellier, Lyon, and Bordeaux. The protests coincided with the appointment of a new prime minister amid growing anger over austerity measures. Arrests And Disruptions

Prime Minister François Bayrou’s minority government collapsed after a parliamentary confidence vote failed by a wide margin, with 364 deputies opposing and 194 supporting him. His €44 billion austerity budget, which included tax increases, spending cuts, and the removal of two public holidays, faced strong pushback across the political spectrum. Political Instability

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday, focusing largely on the ongoing war in Ukraine and the urgent need for a peaceful resolution. The call came at a time when global leaders have been increasing their diplomatic efforts to push for dialogue and negotiations to end the […]

France has summoned U.S. Ambassador Charles Kushner after he accused the French government of not doing enough to counter a rise in antisemitic violence. The French Foreign Ministry called his remarks “unacceptable” and said they crossed diplomatic limits. Contents of the Letter Kushner’s open letter, published in a U.S. newspaper, expressed concern about a sharp […]

French President Emmanuel Macron warned that if diplomatic efforts toward peace fail, France and its allies should be prepared to escalate sanctions against Russia. Speaking after White House discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump and European leaders, Macron emphasized that while there still may be hope for a negotiated settlement, Russia must move forward—or face