Emmanuel Macron

France returns 23 artifacts to Syria after 15 year-long loan amid Macron’s historic Damascus visit

The artifacts were originally loaned in 2010 and 2011 to the Arab World Institute (IMA ) in Paris from museums in Damascus, Aleppo, Latakia, and Palmyra.

French President Emmanuel Macron and Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa presided over the official handover ceremony of the artifacts, which took place at the People's Palace in Damascus, July 7, 2026.
Firefighters respond to a wildfire in Lege-Cap-Ferret in the Gironde department amid worsening drought conditions following a heatwave and water shortages across much of France, July 23, 2026.

France sends boats, orders evacuation of tourist hotspot Cap Ferret as wildfires continue to rage

 France's President Emmanuel Macron and Charles Dreyfus grandson of Alfred Dreyfus pay tribute in front of the 3.5-meter (12ft) bronze statue made in 1985 by French artist Louis Mitelberg aka Tim.

'Demons of antisemitism' still in France: Macron honors Alfred Dreyfus, new statue installed

France's President Emmanuel Macron (L) shakes hands with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa ahead of their meeting at the People's Palace in Damascus on July 7, 2026.

Macron’s Damascus visit opens door to French investment in Syria - analysis


Iranian-backed militias escalate in Iraq, targeting Kurdistan Region president Nechirvan Barzani

The attack has been condemned by France and Iraq, but Iran has distanced itself from the incident.

Nechirvan Barzani, President of Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan Region, gives a joint press conference with France's Foreign Minister in Arbil, the regional capital, on February 5, 2026.

Lebanese PM backs disarming Hezbollah, blames group for dragging country into war - report

Prime Minister Nawaf Salam also endorsed talks with Israel and called for the expulsion of Iranian operatives from Lebanon.

Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam speaks to journalists working for foreign media and news agencies at the Government Palace in Beirut on December 3, 2025.

Allies in name only: Israel left alone against Iranian aggression - opinion

Europe and Canada prioritize diplomacy over defending Israel, highlighting the West's collapse of values.

France's President Emmanuel Macron gestures as he attends a joint statement with Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk, Moldovan President Maia Sandu, and Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz afte a meeting at the Presidential Palace in Chisinau, Moldova, August 27, 2025

Macron: Shut down Tehran’s terror embassy in Paris immediately - opinion

France must set an example for the whole of Europe.

France's President Emmanuel Macron delivers a speech during a joint press conference with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky, at the Elysee Palace in Paris, March 13, 2026.

World leaders decry possible IDF invasion of Lebanon in statements

Describing Lebanon’s humanitarian situation as “deeply alarming,” the statement is not the only recent expression of concern from European leaders.

Smoke plumes rise following Israeli bombardment on the village of Khiam in southern Lebanon near the border with Israel, as seen from nearby Marjayoun, on March 16, 2026.

Israel’s Hezbollah challenge: Why a military solution may not be enough - editorial

Hezbollah remains a major threat to Israel. As military actions continue, should Israel consider peace talks with Lebanon, or is further force the only solution?

An Israeli artillery unit fires, amid escalation between Hezbollah and Israel, and amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, on the Israeli side of the Israel-Lebanon border, March 15, 2026.

French proposal for Israel-Lebanon peace agreement includes recognition of Israel - report

The proposal reportedly aims to end the current war, secure an Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon, and create a path toward unprecedented Lebanese recognition of Israel.

A war between Israel and Lebanon (illustrative)

After French soldier killed in Iraq, will Baghdad stop attacks?

Iranian-backed militias in Iraq, who have been targeting the Kurdistan Region with drones and missiles, were likely behind a drone attack that killed a French soldier.

A soldier is stationed at the entrance to the Varces barracks south of Grenoble in the Isere department on Friday 13 March 2026 where was based Chief Warrant Officer Arnaud Frion a soldier with the 7th Alpine Chasseurs Battalion who was killed in an attack in the Erbil region of Iraq.

Macron offers to host Israel-Lebanon ceasefire talks in Paris to avoid descent 'into chaos'

“Everything must be done to prevent Lebanon from descending into chaos,” Macron wrote on X/Twitter.

Illustrative image of French President Emmanuel Macron.

French President Macron promises to defend Cyprus in visit after drone attacks

Macron gave his statement of support during a visit to Paphos, where the French president met with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, as well as Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides.

FRENCH PRESIDENT Emmanuel Macron and Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides take part in a joint press conference with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis (not pictured) at Paphos military airport, March 9, 2026.