France in the United Kingdom

25 March 2019

France condemns killing of 130 people in Mali

"France welcomes the Malian government’s commitment to dissolve the militias which are fuelling terror in the region and must be disarmed," says the Foreign Ministry Spokesperson.
25 March 2019

France pays tribute to anti-Daesh fighters in Syria

After the Syrian Democratic Forces announce the defeat of Daesh (so-called ISIL) in Syria, Foreign Minister Jean-Yves La Drian says "the greatest determination" is still needed to prevent a resurgence.
25 March 2019

French President’s remarks on Brexit at EU Council

"Europe is built with and for the people. Not without them; that time is over. So we must respect what the British people have chosen and decided", says President Macron.
22 March 2019

Good France gala dinner celebrated at French Residence

Provence flavours were on the menu at the French Residence, as 50 restaurants around the UK join in the annual worldwide celebration of French food and drink
20 March 2019

No Brexit delay without credible move by UK - Ministers

Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian and Europe Minister Nathalie Loiseau say that without a vote to ratify Theresa May’s withdrawal agreement, the UK will leave the EU on 29 March.

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25 March 2019

French minister appointed to senior UN Environment Assembly post

Brune Poirson’s appointment as Vice-President of the UN body is consistent with France’s continued deep commitment on the international scene to fighting climate disruption and protecting biodiversity.
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20 March 2019

Libya "can count on France’s resolute support" - Minister

Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian backs the understanding reached between Prime Minister Sarraj and Marshal Haftar, which provides for the formation of a transitional government.
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19 March 2019

Paris condemns shooting in Dutch city of Utrecht

Foreign Minister extends his condolences after a man kills three people on a tram, and expresses France’s determination to combat all forms of fanaticism and promote tolerance.
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15 March 2019

France and allies urge Syria peace after eight years of war

On the anniversary of the conflict’s outbreak in 2011, France, Germany, the UK and the US remember the countless civilians killed by the regime and its backers, and vow to pursue accountability.
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15 March 2019

France repatriates orphaned children from Syria

The orphans, who were in camps in Syria, are under medical and psychological supervision. Adult French jihadists must be tried on the territory where they committed their crimes, Paris adds.
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Légion d’honneur for British World War II veterans

The French government has been awarding the Légion d’honneur to D-Day veterans from many different countries for several years, as a way of honouring and thanking those who fought and risked their lives to secure France’s liberation during the Second World War