Sarkozy Laments France’s “Humiliation” Under Hollande
The former president says he has “no choice” but to return to politics given the desperate situation France is in.
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Sarkozy to Return to Politics, Stand for Party Leadership
The former president says he “loves France too much” to remain a spectator while the country declines.
France Cancels Warship Sale to Russia After All
François Hollande says the conditions that would allow France to deliver the ship “have so far not been met.”
Hollande Signals Pro-Business Policy with Economy Appointment
The French president reassures firms by bringing in a former banker.
France’s Hollande Removes Far Leftists from Cabinet
Unusually sharp criticism from economy minister Arnaud Montebourg leads to the far leftist’s downfall.
European Powers to Supply Weapons to Iraq’s Kurds
France and the United Kingdom give weapons to the Kurds, who are fighting an Islamist insurgency.
Despite Pressure from Allies, France to Deliver Warship to Russia
France will deliver at least one helicopter carrier to Russia, but might cancel the second.
Has Merkel Given Up on the British?
The German leader seems willing to meet French and Italian demands.
French Conservatives Seek Leadership from Former Premiers
The French right seeks leadership from thee of its former prime ministers.
France Expands Counterterrorist Mission Across Western Sahel
France’s defense minister says troops will remain “as long as necessary” to check Islamist violence.
French Budget, Growth Targets Seem Overly Optimistic
France is counting on unspecified cuts and high growth forecasts to balance its budget.
Greens Leave Government After Hollande Names Centrist Premier
The ecologists split from France’s ruling coalition after François Hollande appoints a centrist prime minister.
Euroskeptics Win Election in France, Lose in Netherlands
Marine Le Pen is building her party into a national force. Geert Wilders’ future is in doubt.
European Allies Reluctant to Sever Ties with Russia over Crimea
France, Germany and Italy would prefer not to risk their commercial interests in Russia.
Central African Republic Violence Continues After President Resigns
Waves of ethnic killings and reprisals continue after former rebel leader Michel Djotodia resigns the presidency.