India Moves Ahead On 114 Rafale Jet Deal

By BPN News Desk June 2, 2026

Defence National

India has moved a step closer to acquiring 114 Rafale fighter jets from France after finalising a Letter of Request for the proposed government-to-government deal. The acquisition, estimated at around Rs 3.25 lakh crore, is aimed at strengthening the Indian Air Force’s combat capability. India

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Europe Heatwave Shows Climate Crisis Risk

By BPN News Desk May 28, 2026

A record-breaking early heatwave across western Europe has triggered fresh warnings from the United Nations, with UN climate chief Simon Stiell calling the extreme heat a “brutal reminder” of the growing impact of the climate crisis. Europe Heatwave Breaks May Records Several parts of Europe have recorded unusually high temperatures for May, with the UK […]

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India Condemns Attack On French UN Peacekeepers

By BPN News Desk April 19, 2026

India has condemned the deadly attack on French UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon and urged the Lebanese government to investigate the incident and bring those responsible to justice. The attack, which left one French peacekeeper dead and three others injured, has added to international concern over the safety of United Nations personnel in a region […]

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France Says Lebanon Must Be In Ceasefire

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2026

France has said the ceasefire between Iran and the United States must also apply to Lebanon, warning that continued Israeli military action there could weaken the fragile truce. The statement came as French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot condemned what he described as “massive” Israeli strikes carried out a day earlier and called for a broader […]

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France Moves 129 Tonnes Of Gold From New York

By BPN News Desk April 8, 2026

France has completed the transfer of 129 tonnes of gold that had been linked to holdings in New York, in a move that has drawn attention far beyond the bullion market. The operation was not just about location. It was also part of a broader effort by the Banque de France to modernise its reserve […]

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Arab States Wanted Action on Iran: Why the World Said No

By BPN News Desk April 7, 2026

The latest flashpoint around the Strait of Hormuz should have been the moment when the world acted with clarity. A vital artery of global trade was under pressure, oil flows were at risk, and Arab states pushed for decisive action at the United Nations. Yet, when the moment came, the world stepped back. Not because […]

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Macron Hits Back After Trump Remarks

By BPN News Desk April 3, 2026

Macron Hits Back After Trump Remarks French President Emmanuel Macron has pushed back against fresh remarks made by U.S. President Donald Trump, opening another round of public friction between the two leaders at a time of wider strain between Washington and European allies. The exchange has drawn attention not only because of the personal tone […]

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France Holds Talks On Reopening Hormuz

By BPN News Desk March 27, 2026

France has held discussions with 35 countries on plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz once hostilities in West Asia come to an end, as concerns continue to grow over the disruption of one of the world’s most important shipping routes. France Leads Talks On Hormuz Reopening France’s armed forces chief held a videoconference with […]

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France Deploys Nuclear Aircraft Carrier To Mediterranean

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2026

France has ordered the deployment of its nuclear-powered aircraft carrier to the Mediterranean Sea as tensions rise across the Middle East region. The move was announced after a security meeting led by French President Emmanuel Macron, as Paris reviewed the evolving regional situation and the potential risks to European interests. France Sends Aircraft Carrier To […]

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Modi To Meet Macron In Mumbai February 17

By BPN News Desk February 16, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai on February 17 during the French leader’s visit to India, with discussions expected to cover strategic cooperation, trade, defence, and technology partnerships. Modi Macron Mumbai Meeting Agenda The meeting will take place alongside engagements aimed at strengthening the India-France