French President Macron names ex-Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier as new Prime Minister of France; know all about him

Macron nominates long-time ally and leader of centrist bloc François Bayrou as new PM

Bayrou, 73, was named the new prime minister after Michel Barnier's government was toppled by a vote of no confidence on 4 December.

Macron seeks new PM as special budget bill is introduced to avoid government 'shutdown'

Outgoing French PM Michel Barnier's cabinet held its last meeting Wednesday, proposing a "special bill" to maintain government operations into 2025. The bill will be debated next week.

Mayotte, il presidente Macron contestato dagli abitanti dell'arcipelago

Il presidente francese è stato contestato dagli abitanti dell'arcipelago di Mayotte. Macron è arrivato sull'arcipelago sei giorni dopo il passaggio dell'uragano Chido, che ha devastato le isole nell'oceano Indiano

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Mayotte in the wake of cyclone Chido

Many fear hundreds, or even thousands, were killed after the storm devastated the island last Saturday.

French troops deliver 120 tonnes of aid to Mayotte ahead of President Macron's Thursday visit

French military troops deliver 120 tonnes of aid to Mayotte after Cyclone Chido battered the Indian Ocean Island on Saturday causing widespread destruction. It comes just one day before French President Emmanuel Macron’s scheduled arrival at the French overseas department on Thursday.

Emmanuel Macron to visit Mayotte in the coming days in Cyclone Chido aftermath

French President Emmanuel Macron says he will visit Mayotte in the coming days in the aftermath of Cyclone Chido that has ripped through the French Indian Ocean territory, causing major damage in its path, with hundreds feared dead.

Why did French President Macron pick François Bayrou as France's next PM?

The mayor of the southwestern town of Pau and leader of the centrist MoDem party will have the difficult task of passing France's 2025 budget plan

Macron Hosts Zelensky & Trump Together at Élysée Palace in Paris on sidelines of Notre-Dame Opening

In a historic meeting at the Élysée Palace in Paris, French President Emmanuel Macron hosts Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss the ongoing Ukraine war and global tensions. Held on the sidelines of the Notre-Dame Cathedral reopening, this high-level discussion aims to pave the way for tri-party talks on the future of Ukraine and the geopolitical landscape. Macron also signaled that the leaders would address the growing crisis in the Middle East. Watch this crucial moment in international diplomacy as key global figures come together in Paris. #NotreDame #DroneFootage #Paris #Renovation #CathedralRestoration #NotreDameReopening #HistoricLandmark #ParisLandmarks #AerialView #Architecture #NotreDameCathedral #ParisTour #France #ReopeningSoon #HistoricalRestoration #NotreDameFire ~PR.274~ED.194~HT.336~GR.124~

Notre Dame Reopens: Trump’s Historic First Visit Abroad After Winning 2024 Elections, Meets Macron

In a historic moment, President-elect Donald Trump arrives at the Elysee Palace in Paris, greeted by French President Emmanuel Macron. This marks Trump’s first official visit abroad since his election. The two leaders hold a crucial bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the much-anticipated reopening of the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral. Witness the key moments of this important diplomatic exchange as the world watches the renewal of one of France’s most beloved landmarks and the strengthening of US-France relations. #NotreDame #NotreDameReopening #Paris #NotreDameFire #ParisHistory #Rebirth #CulturalHeritage #EmotionalReactions #HistoricMoment #TouristsInParis #FrenchCulture ~PR.274~ED.194~HT.336~GR.124~

'Socialist party leader Olivier Faure was invited to the Élysée palace on Friday morning'

Iceland's incoming government says it will put EU membership to referendum by 2027

Iceland has traditionally been ambivalent about joining the bloc but issues like the 2008 financial crisis, Brexit and a range of domestic issues has meant the country is slowly warming to the idea of membership.

Andrew Bailey: UK must ‘rebuild relations’ following Brexit

The governor of the Bank of England said that the UK must “welcome opportunities to rebuild relations” following Brexit, as he backs the Chancellor’s plans to boost business investment and growth. Andrew Bailey discussed the importance of economic growth at the annual Mansion House speech in the City of London. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn