The rising number of migrants smuggled across the channel is alarming and it merits a robust response,” a Commission spokesperson said.

The Chief of Staff, Thierry Burkhard, warns the population ahead of Macron's Defense speech, which he will deliver on Sunday. "Russia has designated France as its main target in Europe", warned the Chief of Staff of the French Armed Forces,

Moscow has identified France as its "chief enemy in Europe", the head of the French army, General Thierry Burkhard, said on Friday, attributing the shift in part to Paris's support for Ukraine

British Home Secretary Yvette Cooper said Friday she expected Brussels to back a new so-called "one-in, one-out," deal with France aimed at curbing the number of migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats.

Since the 1970s, the Rencontres d’Arles has been the place to debut the art form’s latest developments. This year’s edition had a more retro feel.

France is missing out on the investor optimism that has defined Europe's markets this year, hamstrung by its strained public finances and political volatility that threatens to paralyse policy until at least 2027.

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen says Russia could pose a security threat to the European Union by the end of the decade and that defense industries in Europe and Ukraine must be ramped up.

France has announced the return of SCALP cruise missile production after a long break of 15 years. This move has gained attention across Europe and marks an important step in strengthening France’s defense capabilities.