The Kremlin has made a diplomatic proposal to France concerning imprisoned French researcher Laurent Vinatier amid espionage charges, marking a critical development in France-Russia relations.
Fourteen countries, including France, jointly condemn Israel's approval of 19 new Jewish settlements in the West Bank, calling the move illegal and a threat to peace efforts.
France confronts political turmoil with calls for major reforms in Europe and controversy over New Caledonia's political future after government retreats ignite tensions.
During his December 2025 visit to China, Macron called on Xi Jinping to help balance trade relations and use China's influence to support peace in Ukraine.
Pope Léon XIV has arrived in Lebanon during a period of heightened tensions to engage with political and religious leaders, seeking hope for peace amid escalating conflict.
Franco-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal has been freed after diplomatic efforts by France, Algeria, and Germany led to his humanitarian pardon in November 2025.
French President Emmanuel Macron and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas announce steps toward a Palestinian constitution, elections, and oppose West Bank annexation during Abbas's first official visit to Paris as State of Palestine leader.
French nationals Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris have been released from Iranian detention but remain in Tehran pending full release amidst an ongoing prisoner exchange involving Iranian detainee Mahdieh Esfandiari.
French President Emmanuel Macron calls for immediate reopening of Gaza entry points to deliver humanitarian aid amidst a fragile ceasefire, urging international action for Gaza's future governance.
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a U.S.-brokered peace plan initiating a ceasefire and hostage exchange, marking a hopeful step toward ending years of conflict.