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Macron's new voluntary military program aims to boost France’s defense capabilities

Macron unveils a new voluntary military program for youth to strengthen France's defense amid growing global threats.

 French President Emmanuel Macron delivers a speech during an inauguration of a France Services house in Wallers, France, June 3, 2025.
Candace Owens speaks during a right-wing gathering known as America Fest, an event organised by Turning Point USA, in Phoenix, Arizona, December 2022; illustrative.

Candace Owens claims Macron sent French, Israeli-linked hit squad to assassinate her

French President Emmanuel Macron welcomes Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France November 11, 2025.

France to help Palestinians draft constitution for future state, Macron says

Brigitte Macron arrives to the annual Bastille Day military parade during the Bastille day celebrations in Paris, France, July 14, 2025.

Macrons to present scientific, photographic evidence in US court to refute gender conspiracy


Macron rebukes Netanyahu, urges path to peace in strongly worded letter

Macron devoted significant portions of his letter to defending his government’s record in combating antisemitism.

 France's President Emmanuel Macron, July 10, 2025.

Tune into today's top stories: Gaza hospital strike, France summons US ambassador

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Ezra Taylor—the top stories, clear and concise.

Mourners carry the body of Palestinian cameraman Hussam al-Masri, who was a contractor for Reuters, after he was killed along with other journalists and people in Israeli strikes on Nasser hospital, in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, August 25, 2025.

'We want Hamas disarmed, out of governance,' French ambassador to Israel tells 'Post' - exclusive

“What I found most impressive,” Frédéric Journès explained, “was the movement of many Muslim and Arab states - now clearly saying: There can be no Hamas in governance."

 FRENCH AMBASSADOR Frederic Journes: Depriving Hamas [of] territorial control, not allowing its leadership to coordinate actions from Gaza into Israel - that is reachable.

Israel needs an emergency plan to absorb French Jews after Macron's Palestine recognition - opinion

Macron’s statement to recognise a Palestinian state alarmed France’s Jews, already on edge since Oct 7, driving aliyah interest— but without a proper plan, Israel may miss this rare opportunity.

 France's President Emmanuel Macron, July 10, 2025.

UN’s push for Palestinian statehood ignores Israel’s security concerns - analysis

Despite the trauma of October 7, diplomats continue to push for the outdated two-state solution, ignoring new realities and Israel's security concerns.

IRONICALLY, ALTERNATIVES to a two-state solution don’t necessarily provide any sort of protection from the violence against Israel.

Macron, take true responsibility over Palestinians' future: An open letter to France's president

As an Israeli who believes in peace, I address you today with a bold yet moral proposition: Take true responsibility for the future of the Palestinian people.

 French President Emmanuel Macron speaks in front of humanitarian aid destined for Gaza, at the Egyptian Red Crescent warehouse in Arish, Egypt, in April 2025.

France's Macron sues Candace Owens for claiming his wife, Brigitte, is a man

French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte filed the 22-count defamation lawsuit against far Right conspiracy theorist Candace Owens following several YouTube videos.

Candace Owens speaks during a right-wing gathering known as America Fest, an event organised by Turning Point USA, in Phoenix, Arizona, December 2022; illustrative.

France's Macron withdraws from UN Palestinian state recognition conference

The conference was intended to discuss the future of the Gaza Strip after the Israel-Hamas War concludes, and to prepare for the gradual recognition of a Palestinian state.

 France's President Emmanuel Macron, July 10, 2025.

French experts recommend Palestinian state recognition as option to 'appease' French Muslims

The report stated that the recognition could also serve as a symbolic gesture aimed at bridging the growing divide between France's Jewish and Muslim communities.

 A man holds a placard reading "Free Palestine" in Paris, France, during a demonstration, to protest after Israel seized the British-flagged yacht, Madleen was aiming to deliver a symbolic amount of aid to Gaza, June 9, 2025.

France approaches Renault over potential drone production for Ukraine

Earlier on Sunday, French news website Franceinfo reported the French carmaker was expected to produce drones in Ukraine.

 TIRANA, ALBANIA - MAY 16: President of France Emmanuel Macron speaks with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy at the 6th European Political Community summit on May 16, 2025 in Tirana, Albania.

France may impose sanctions on settlers if Israel continues blocking aid, Macron says

Macron warned of sanctions if Israel blocks aid to Gaza, and urged Israel to adopt a "humanitarian response"

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a joint press conference with French President Emmanuel Macron in Jerusalem, October 24, 2023.