Algeria beats Jordan, France defeats Iraq at World Cup
Algeria beat Jordan 2-1 in a Group J match, France beat Iraq 3:0 in a second-round group-stage match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday.
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Armenia approves 100 million loan from France
Armenia's authorities have approved a €100 million loan from France to modernize the country's irrigation systems.
35 countries ready to lift sanctions against Iran
A total of 35 states have signaled their support for the lifting of restrictions on Iran, following the signing of an agreement between Washington and Tehran.
Trump criticizes Israel for military operation in Lebanon
U.S. President Donald Trump issued a rare public rebuke of Israel's military tactics in Lebanon targeting Hezbollah militants.
17 countries may lift sanctions against Iran
A group of 17 countries welcomed the memorandum of understanding announced between the U.S. and Iran, describing it as an opportunity to restore regional stability and support the global economy.
Armenia to host military drills involving US, France and Greece
Armenia will host its annual Eagle Partner joint military drills with the United States from June 17 through 25, the Armenian defense ministry said, adding that France and Greece will also take part.
Armenia looking at NPP offers from five countries, no decision yet
Yerevan has not yet decided which country will construct its new nuclear power plant, with five proposals currently under review, including bids from Russia and the USA.
Azerbaijani footballers beat France, advance to European Championship knockout stage
The team passed undefeated the group stage, by winning over Austria and Italy in addition to France
Macron congratulates Azerbaijan on Independence Day
President of France Emmanuel Macron sent a congratulatory letter to President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev on the occasion of the national holiday of Azerbaijan, wishing peace and prosperity to the people of Azerbaijan.
Azerbaijani and French leaders hold phone talks
President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev held a phone conversation with President of the French Republic Emmanuel Macron.
Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry rejects French FM's statements on Karabakh
Baku firmly rejects the anti-Azerbaijan allegations voiced by France’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot at the French Senate on 6 May, spokesperson of the Azerbaijani Ministry of Foreign Affairs Hajizada said.
French citizens arrested in Iran returning home
Iran released two French citizens who had been imprisoned for three and a half years
G7 not to lift sanctions against Russia
Leaders of G7 countries have agreed to keep in place sanctions against Russia despite problems with supplies of oil products and other goods over the conflict in the Middle East, French President Emmanuel Macron said.
Macron expresses support for Baku after drone attacks on Nakhchivan
President of France Emmanuel Macron made a phone call to President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev on March 8.
France ready to help Gulf countries targeted by Iran
France is ready to help Gulf countries targeted by Iranian retaliatory strikes, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said on Monday, adding that the Israeli and U.S. initial strikes against Iran should have been debated beforehand at the UN.
Macron to visit Armenia for first time in eight years
French President Emmanuel Macron last visited Armenia in 2018. His next visit to the republic is planned for this spring.
Armenian wine exports see revenue rise despite volume decline in 2025
In 2025, Armenia reduced its wine exports by 3.1% but earned 12.7% more due to rising prices, according to preliminary data released by the Armenian Viticulture and Winemaking Foundation.
Peskov confirms Russia-France contacts take place
Russia is indeed in contact with France, which could allow for a fairly rapid establishment of dialogue at the highest level, if it is wanted, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.
French president urges-Europe to resume dialogue with Russia
French President Emmanuel Macron has said he invited several European colleagues to restart dialogue with Russia.
Security cannot be discussed ignoring British and French nuclear arsenals - Peskov
When discussing the future strategic security system, Russia cannot ignore the nuclear capabilities of U.S. allies in Europe - Britain and France, Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.