The Latest Breaking News from Benjamin Haddad

The Munich Security Conference, long a symbol of transatlantic unity, has become a stage for European unease as shifting U.S. foreign policy fuels uncertainty. Vice President JD Vance renewed calls for increased European defense spending, while questions persist over Washington’s commitment to Ukraine and the broader future of NATO.

Vice President JD Vance used his speech before the Munich Security Conference to deride Europe for squelching free speech

France on Friday asked the European Union to suspend "indefinitely" landmark new rules on environmental and human rights supply chain standards, saying they were too burdensome for businesses.

France on Tuesday called for a collective response to "one of the worst explosions of anti-Semitism" in Europe's recent history, as EU ministers gathered to discuss the issue.

Israeli footballers and supporters "are welcome" at the France v Israel Nations League match on Thursday at the Stade de France in Paris, said French Europe minister on Tuesday.

After months of political deadlock following July’s snap elections, France has a new government. Prime Minister Michel Barnier unveiled the cabinet late Saturday, with conservatives and centrists taking the lead – signalling a shift to the right. Here's a breakdown of the key ministers.

Optimists say administration would be open to persuasion while sceptics say it is beyond time to Trump-proof Europe

Benjamin Haddad says return of Trump to White House would pose existential risk to European security

The French anti-terrorist prosecutor has opened an investigation into the deadly shooting attack at the Ghriba synagogue on Tunisia’s Djerba island that left five people dead, including a Franco-Tunisian man.

The French parliament has adopted a resolution calling on the European Union to formally label the Russian mercenary force Wagner a "terrorist group".

French parliament told that Wagner mercenaries follow the geopolitical policies of Russian President Vladimir Putin.