France rejected lifting sanctions on Iran, insisting the country must first commit to meaningful nuclear negotiations and abandon its nuclear weapons program before any international sanctions relief can proceed.
Jean-Noël Barrot
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi intensified diplomatic consultations with global counterparts following the Iran-US Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, seeking international support for the agreement's implementation while emphasizing Washington's responsibility for ending regional hostilities.
Israel continues attacks in Lebanon despite a US-Iran deal, targeting Hezbollah.
Russia's June 15 strike on the historic Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery prompted European condemnation and calls for expanded EU sanctions, with French ministers comparing the attack to bombing Notre-Dame and Lithuania demanding stricter measures against Russian energy companies.
French FM to Haaretz: We distinguish between Israel and Netanyahu's government
PM Modi, French President Macron hold delegation-level talks
Dubai unblocked ten billion dollars of Iran's frozen oil revenues to ease regional tensions amid broader Iran-US negotiations aimed at ending their February conflict, with over three billion already transferred.
Iran's Foreign Minister stated that a US agreement addresses the naval blockade's end, emphasizing the Strait of Hormuz will not revert to pre-conflict conditions, signaling lasting geopolitical shifts in the critical waterway controlling global oil shipments.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi holds consultations with counterparts on Lebanon developments.
Six countries coordinated sanctions against Israeli settler networks and individuals financing Palestinian violence in the West Bank, aiming to disrupt financial flows enabling extremist groups while addressing illegal settlements and international law violations.
Araghchi held phone calls with Qatar, France, and UK foreign ministers to discuss Iran's response to ceasefire violations in Lebanon.
Statement On Situation Between Hezbollah And Israel
France condemns Israel's military advance in Lebanon, revealing Europe's compulsion to rescue failing actors from their own aggression.
Berri asks 'who will force Israel' to comply after US demands Hezbollah halt attacks first
Egypt condemned Israel's crossing of the Litani River in southern Lebanon as a sovereignty violation and aggression, while Israel captured Beaufort Castle and expanded operations, drawing French criticism and leaving 3,412 Lebanese dead since March.
Israeli troops capture a 12th-century Crusader fortress in southern Lebanon.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi holds talks with counterparts from several countries amid escalating regional tensions.
Lebanon says Israeli strikes kill 47 as Israel says four soldiers killed by Hezbollah
Paris issues last-minute ban on Iranian opposition rally
Meeting in Paris for two-state solution 'historic and essential' - Minister
Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned a recent US military attack as a flagrant violation of international law, warned of destabilizing consequences, and called on the international community to take decisive action against repeated American aggression threatening global security.
Prime Minister Modi and French President Macron launched 'Bharat Innovates 2026' in Nice, showcasing 120 Indian deep-tech startups to 350 global investors, strengthening India-France partnership on innovation and technology collaboration.
Israeli troops seize strategic castle in Lebanon during deepest incursion in decades
Paris Call for the Two-State Solution: Palestinian and Israeli civil society representatives come together in Paris
Iranian and French foreign ministers discussed bilateral ties and regional developments in a phone call.
Israeli minister Bezalel Smotrich banned from entering France
Egypt and France discussed regional developments in a phone call between their foreign ministers on June 8, 2026.
France plans a massive 2026 military parade featuring Ukrainian Mirage jets.
Israel seizes castle in Lebanon as it expands ground offensive
French government officials are embarrassed by Russian propagandist Xenia Fedorova's residence permit.
Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered Israeli forces to strike Beirut's Dahiyeh district amid escalating Lebanon conflict, with over 3,370 Lebanese deaths reported since March as both sides accuse each other of ceasefire violations.
Israeli troops capture a strategic castle in southern Lebanon, their deepest incursion in 26 years.
Israeli troops capture a 12th-century Crusader fortress in southern Lebanon.
France asks prosecutors to investigate Israel's alleged mistreatment of Gaza flotilla activists.
US-Iran talks abruptly called off after Israel and Hezbollah trade deadly attacks
Israeli strikes kill 18 in south Lebanon after Hezbollah kills four Israeli soldiers.
Saudi Arabia concluded Hijri year 1447 with major achievements including a $270 billion US investment agreement, advancing Vision 2030's final stage, and ranking second globally in science competitions, positioning itself as an international innovation leader.
Russia damaged the Kyiv monastery's cathedral roof in a recent airstrike on Ukraine's capital.
Prime Minister Modi and French President Macron expanded their Strategic Global Partnership across defense, technology, and trade, while jointly launching Bharat Innovates showcasing 120 Indian deep-tech startups to 350 global investors.
Dzianis Kuchynski met with French officials to discuss Belarus-France relations and coordination of efforts.
Western nations imposed new sanctions on Israeli settlers, but Palestinian advocates argue the measures are insufficient to address ongoing settlement expansion and violations, calling for stronger international action against Israeli policies.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas defends her diplomatic service amid reform debates.
Six Western nations including the UK and France imposed joint sanctions on Israeli settlers and settlement entities in the West Bank, targeting violent extremists and a hard-line cabinet minister, escalating pressure over settler violence against Palestinians in occupied territory.
Alienated for its anti-Israel stance, France seeks regional relevance
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi holds diplomatic talks with multiple countries on Lebanon and ceasefire efforts.
MEPs urge EU sanctions on former RT France head Xenia Fedorova
Iran and French foreign ministers discussed regional developments and Zionist aggression against Lebanon in a phone call.
Israel escalates war in Lebanon with new attacks on Hezbollah targets in Beirut's suburbs.
Israeli troops capture a 12th-century Crusader fortress in southern Lebanon.
Israeli troops capture a strategic castle in southern Lebanon.
