During a visit to the archipelago, the French president emphasized the territory's belonging to France, ahead of a meeting scheduled for Sunday with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
The French president, who arrived Saturday on the North Atlantic archipelago, is set to meet with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, amid reported American designs on the territory disclosed by Le Monde.
The French president arrived Saturday on the North Atlantic archipelago, where he is expected to meet Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, according to Le Monde.
In response to a map published by Donald Trump covering North America with the American flag, the French president reaffirmed Saturday evening French sovereignty over the North American archipelago.
France 24's "Essential Politics" program examines the multiple fronts opened by the head of state, amid geopolitical tensions, a contested 2027 budget, and developments on the left.
The French president visits this strategically important archipelago on Saturday for the first time, where the patrol ship Fulmar maintains France's military presence.
The National Rally leader made this request on Friday during a meeting between the head of state and leaders of political parties.
The Élysée announced a Friday meeting focused on the "rapid deterioration" of the global context and its repercussions on security and energy in France.
Russia criticized Monday the initiative presented in March by Emmanuel Macron, as Paris and Helsinki announce the creation of a joint nuclear steering committee. Ursula von der Leyen also condemned Moscow's 'irresponsible and dangerous' conduct following several incidents in the Baltic Sea.
The French president honored resistance fighter Henri Fertet by naming the inaugural class of this new service, which replaces the universal national service.