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Country primarily in Western Europe

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France, officially the French Republic, is a country primarily located in Western Europe. Its overseas regions and territories include French Guiana in South America, Saint Pierre and Miquelon in the North Atlantic, the French West Indies, and many islands in Oceania and the Indian Ocean, giving it the largest discontiguous exclusive economic zone in the world. Metropolitan France shares borders with Belgium and Luxembourg to the north; Germany to the northeast; Switzerland to the east; Italy and Monaco to the southeast; Andorra and Spain to the south; and a maritime border with the United Kingdom to the northwest. Its metropolitan area extends from the Rhine to the Atlantic Ocean and from the Mediterranean Sea to the English Channel and the North Sea. Its eighteen integral regions—five of which are overseas—span a combined area of 632,702 km² (244,288 sq mi) and have an estimated total population of over 68.6 million as of January 2025. France is a semi-presidential republic. Its capital, largest city and main cultural and economic centre is Paris.

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EU leaders visit Moldova on Independence Day with message of solidarity for Chișinău EU leaders visit Moldova on Independence Day with message of solidarity for Chișinău Ahead of the Moldovan parliamentary elections on 28 September, the leaders of France, Germany and Poland.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:06Published 3 days ago

Water jousters battle on Sète’s Royal Canal in 300-year-old festival Water jousters battle on Sète’s Royal Canal in 300-year-old festival For more than 300 years, the town of Sète in southern France has hosted its legendary Saint-Louis tournament, where jousters.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 3 days ago

Govt: France says small boats return deal still going ahead Minister for EU Relations Nick Thomas-Symonds says the French Interior Ministry has reassured the Home Office that the small boats returns deal will continue to go ahead, despite fears that the French.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:59Published 3 days ago

France to sue Kick platform for 'negligence' after livestream death Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:27Published 4 days ago

European safety guarantees for Ukraine: The torch burns between Paris and Rome European safety guarantees for Ukraine: The torch burns between Paris and Rome Last week, France summoned the Italian ambassador in a dispute that reveals the differences between Europeans over the.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:32Published 4 days ago

Which European country's small business owners are the hardest working? Which European country's small business owners are the hardest working? The majority of Italians and French rarely skip their lunch break, while many British entrepreneurs sacrifice their self-care.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:30Published 4 days ago

'Extremely unpopular French PM Bayrou playing both sides' in a bid to push through austerity budget Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 15:28Published 4 days ago

French PM Bayrou risks cabinet collapse with confidence vote on major budget cuts French PM Bayrou risks cabinet collapse with confidence vote on major budget cuts Bayrou seeks a confidence vote for €43.8 billion budget cuts in early September, risking another cabinet collapse.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:16Published 4 days ago

French PM's job on line with call for confidence vote Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 03:07Published 5 days ago

French PM's proposal to scrap public holidays 'psychologically not a good idea', expert says Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 07:07Published 5 days ago

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All Out War With Putin: Trump Sends 3,350 HUGE Missiles To Ukraine Warns Russia Dangerous Escalation In a move set to escalate the conflict, the United States has approved the sale of 3,350 air-launched ERAM cruise missiles to Ukraine, according to the Wall Street Journal. With a range of up to 280.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:08Published 6 days ago

Putin MOCKS Western Sanctions \|Claims Russia Still Working With Western Scientists Despite Sanctions Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared that Moscow continues scientific cooperation with Western experts despite heavy sanctions and political isolation. Speaking in Sarov, Russia’s nuclear.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:25Published 1 week ago

Europe to halt postal services to US after tax deal scrapped Europe to halt postal services to US after tax deal scrapped The UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and other EU member states will temporarily suspend services as of next week. READ MORE :.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:54Published 1 week ago

‘Even If Hamas Disarms…’ Netanyahu’s SHOCKINGClaims On Gaza Takeover Despite Hamas’ Demilitarization Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that Israel will conquer all of Gaza, even if Hamas agrees to a hostage deal, intensifying fears of an unrelenting military campaign. Speaking after.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:36Published 1 week ago

France's vineyards begin 2025 harvest early after hot temperatures France's vineyards begin 2025 harvest early after hot temperatures The grape harvest for 2025 in France has begun early again, as growers continue to adapt to shifting weather patterns amid soaring.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:18Published 1 week ago

Israel Drone Attack In 'NEW' Arab Country: Video Captures IDF Drone Hovering In Skies Before Strikes A new video shows an Israeli drone crossing into Lebanon near Haddatha village, signaling potential further strikes on Hezbollah targets. Israel has carried out multiple drone operations, targeting.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:02Published 1 week ago

Breaking: Macron Provokes Putin, Demands Trump Russia-like Unlimited Soldiers For War \| VIDEO French President Emmanuel Macron openly defied Vladimir Putin’s demand to restrict Ukraine’s army, declaring a peace deal cannot limit Kyiv’s military strength. Macron insisted Ukraine needs a.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:01Published 2 weeks ago

Hamas’ Crushing Defeat of IDF; Soldiers Flee Gaza Battle \| Netanyahu Calls In U.S. & French Troops Israel’s military is grappling with a severe troop crisis, with up to 12,000 soldiers missing from the ranks amid exhaustion, trauma, and refusals to serve in Gaza. Commanders admitted to a.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:04Published 2 weeks ago

Trump–Zelensky–EU Summit RECAP:Ceasefire Demands, Fierce Clashes,Urgent Calls for Putin to Negotiate The historic Trump–Zelensky–EU summit in Washington brought urgent calls for a Ukraine ceasefire, sharp clashes over NATO and security guarantees, and united pressure on Russian President Vladimir.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 07:30Published 2 weeks ago

Major Rift ROCKS European Team As Meloni Clashes With Macron Minutes Before Trump-Zelensky Summit A major rift has erupted in Europe as Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reportedly clashed with French President Emmanuel Macron over the possibility of sending Western troops to Ukraine. According.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:36Published 2 weeks ago

Macron Calls for 4-Way Summit With Putin, Zelensky & Trump \| Europe Eyes a Seat at the Table As Donald Trump pushes for a three-way peace meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, French President Emmanuel Macron is calling for Europe to be.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:06Published 2 weeks ago

Trump-Zelensky-EU Leaders Meet BREAKING \| Macron, Meloni, Starmer Arrive For The BIG MEET With Trump A high-voltage diplomatic showdown unfolds in Washington as President Trump hosts Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky alongside key EU leaders. French President Emmanuel Macron, Italian Prime.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 01:56Published 2 weeks ago

U.S, UK, France Troops in Ukraine? EU pushes for NATO-like Security Guarantees. Will Putin agree? Ukraine could soon receive NATO-like security guarantees as Zelensky visits Washington with top EU leaders. U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff claims Russia has for the first time conceded to allowing America to.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:15Published 2 weeks ago

France to loan iconic Bayeux Tapestry to UK for first time in 900 years Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:54Published 2 weeks ago

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Actor son of 'murder-suicide' victim urges late mum's friends not to attend stepdad's funeral An actor and musician whose mother was the victim of a suspected murder-suicide in France has urged her friends not to attend his stepfather's funeral. Sky News - Published 1 week ago
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'Massive and unpredictable' swarm of jellyfish shuts down nuclear plant Jellyfish have shut down four reactors at France's largest nuclear power plant. Sky News - Published 3 weeks ago
Watch: French woman relocated to India says ‘India is safer’; netizens react A French teacher, now residing in India, sparked a debate by claiming India is safer than France. In a viral video with a Nigerian YouTuber, she highlighted cultural differences and challenges.. IndiaTimes - Published 3 weeks ago
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