July 2025 - France Special Weapons News

Joint Statement on Iranian State Threat Activity in Europe and North America US Dept. of State 31 Jul 2025 -- The following statement is released by the governments of the United States of America, the United Kingdom, Albania, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, and Sweden.
New York Call - Joint statement of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs Canada 30 Jul 2025 -- The Foreign Ministers of Andorra, Australia, Canada, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Malta, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Slovenia and Spain, issued the following statement:
OIC Secretary-General Commends the Role of Saudi Arabia and France in Co-chairing the International Conference on the Implementation of the Two-State Solution Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) 30 Jul 2025 -- The Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Hissein Brahim Taha, expressed his deep appreciation to Saudi Arabia and France for co-chairing the High-Level International Conference on the Peaceful Settlement of the Palestinian Cause and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution, held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York from July 28 to 30, 2025.
U.N. opens conference on recognizing Palestinian state IRNA 29 Jul 2025 -- The United Nations has opened a three-day conference co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, with the goal of recognizing Palestinian statehood as well as bringing an end to the Israeli war in Gaza.
Iran warns Europe over snapback sanctions, declares defense capabilities off limits Press TV 28 Jul 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei has rejected attempts by the UK, France, and Germany to reinstate United Nations sanctions on Tehran, saying the European countries have no legal authority to do so.
'You'll be the main losers', IRGC intel chief warns Europeans over 'snapback' Press TV 28 Jul 2025 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)'s intelligence chief has strongly warned the UK, France, and Germany against trying to restore the United Nations sanctions against Iran.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Emmanuel Macron Discuss Air Defense Reinforcement and Drone Production Funding President of Ukraine 27 Jul 2025
PM call with E3 Leaders: 26 July 2025 Gov.UK 26 Jul 2025 -- The Prime Minister spoke to President of France, Emmanuel Macron and Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz this morning.
E3 Leaders' Statement on the Situation in Gaza and the West Bank: 25 July 2025 UK FCDO 25 Jul 2025 -- E3 Leaders' Statement on the Situation in Gaza and the West Bank.
France announcement of recognizing Palestinian state 'may cause domino effect' Global Times 25 Jul 2025 -- In response to a media inquiry regarding French President Emmanuel Macron's announcement that France will formally recognize the Palestinian State during a UN meeting in September, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Friday that the Palestinian question is at the heart of the Middle East situation. The only viable way to resolve it lies in the two-State solution.
France announces recognition of Palestinian state IRNA 25 Jul 2025 -- French President Emmanuel Macron says France will recognize the Palestinian state, a move that comes amid growing international outrage over the starvation campaign imposed by the Israeli regime on Palestinian residents in Gaza.
France to Officially Recognize Palestine in September - Macron Sputnik 25 Jul 2025 -- France will officially recognize the state of Palestine at a meeting of the UN General Assembly in September, French President Emmanuel Macron said.
'Two-state solution' remains the only viable path to resolution: Chinese FM on Macron's announcement to recognize Palestinian state in Sept Global Times 25 Jul 2025 -- In response to a media inquiry regarding French President Emmanuel Macron's announcement that France will officially recognize the Palestinian state at the UN General Assembly in September, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Friday that the Palestinian question has been the core issue in the Middle East, and the "two-state solution" remains the only viable path to its resolution.
Hamas Welcomes France's Intention to Recognize Palestine in September Sputnik 25 Jul 2025 -- Palestinian movement Hamas has hailed the statement by French President Emmanuel Macron about his country's intention to recognize the state of Palestine in September.
France to officially recognize Palestinian state at UN General Assembly People's Daily 25 Jul 2025 -- French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Thursday that France will officially recognize the State of Palestine during the upcoming 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 80) in September.
France to recognize Palestinian state at UN General Assembly, Macron announces Press TV 24 Jul 2025 -- France will officially recognize a Palestinian state this September at the United Nations General Assembly, President Emmanuel Macron has declared.
Joint communiqué from Vanuatu and France on their commitment to maritime delimitation. Élysée - President of France 23 Jul 2025 -- Mr Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic, welcomed Mr Jotham Napat, Prime Minister of the Republic of Vanuatu, for a working visit to Paris, France, on 23 July 2025.
The prolonged suffering will have irreversible consequences that will last generations: Joint statement on conflict and hunger in Gaza UK FCDO 23 Jul 2025 -- A joint statement by the Permanent Missions to the UN of the Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Guyana, Ireland, Mexico, the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Norway, Sierra Leone, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
Occupied Palestinian Territories: joint statement, 21 July 2025 UK FCDO 21 Jul 2025 -- The UK and 28 international partners gave a joint statement on the Occupied Palestinian Territories.
Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu Has a Phone Call with Director General of Political and Security Affairs of the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France Frédéric Mondoloni PRC MofA 21 Jul 2025 -- On July 21, 2025, Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu had a phone call with Director General of Political and Security Affairs of the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France Frédéric Mondoloni at the latter's request, and they had an exchange of views with a focus on the Iranian nuclear issue.
Additional EUR 200 million to support critical projects - Ukraine and France announce creation of new Recovery Support Fund Ukraine Government 21 Jul 2025 -- Ukraine and France will establish a new Fund to support critical infrastructure and priority economic sectors in Ukraine, with a target funding volume of EUR 200 million.
President of Ukraine Meets with Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France President of Ukraine 21 Jul 2025
Any E3 attempt to snap back sanctions is legally baseless, morally flawed: Iran foreign minister IRNA 21 Jul 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has described any attempt by Britain, France, and Germany - the three European countries known as E3 - to invoke the so-called snapback mechanism under the 2015 Iran nuclear deal as unlawful.
E3 violated JCPOA, lost right to reinstate UN sanctions against Iran: Russian envoy Press TV 21 Jul 2025 -- A senior Russian diplomat says Britain, France, and Germany, known as the E3, have repeatedly violated the terms of the 2015 nuclear deal, and thus forfeited their right to trigger the snapback mechanism that would re-impose all UN Security Council sanctions on Iran.
Iran to push demands in E3 talks; Europe at fault over nuclear deal collapse: Tehran Press TV 21 Jul 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei says Iran will press its demands in upcoming talks with the E3, as the European powers are in no position to make demands due to their failure to uphold the 2015 nuclear agreement after US withdrawal.
'E3 lack legal, moral standing to invoke snapback': Snippets from Iran FM's letter to UN chief Press TV 21 Jul 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, in a letter addressed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, President of the UN Security Council Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, European Union High Representative Kaja Kallas and members of the UN Security Council, ruled out the legal or moral authority of the European troika to trigger snapback sanctions against the country.
Iran FM says E3 lacks legal, political or moral standing to invoke snapback mechanism Press TV 21 Jul 2025 -- Iran says that France, Germany, and the UK lack the legal, political, and moral authority to invoke the snapback mechanism of the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran Says To Meet With European Nations On July 25 Over Nuclear Issues RFE/RL 21 Jul 2025 -- Iran is set to meet with officials from Britain, France, and Germany - the so-called European three (E3) - on July 25 in Istanbul to discuss the country's nuclear program as Western nations turn up the pressure on Tehran to reach a settlement or face new sanctions.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Emmanuel Macron Discuss Military Needs, Reinforcement of Air Defense, and Further Steps within the Coalition of the Willing President of Ukraine 18 Jul 2025
Joint communiqué on the occasion of the visit to France by His Highness the Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. Élysée - President of France 17 Jul 2025
France withdraws from Senegal, ending permanent military presence in former colony Press TV 17 Jul 2025 -- France has formally completed its withdrawal of troops from Senegal, ending its permanent military presence in its former colony in West Africa.
France Not Planning to Partake in Initiative to Purchase US Weapons for Ukraine Sputnik 16 Jul 2025 -- France has no intention of participating in an initiative to purchase US weapons for Ukraine amid its desire to develop its own weapons production, US media reported.
French national strategy report highlights China's threats to Taiwan CNA 16 Jul 2025 -- France's latest national strategic report has highlighted China's repeated military exercises around Taiwan and asserted that Beijing's escalating pressure on Taipei has created unease in the region.
Iran warns of proportionate response if Europe triggers snapback of sanctions IRNA 14 Jul 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has once again warned the European signatories to the 2015 nuclear deal against using the so-called snapback mechanism that would re-impose U.N. sanctions on Iran if activated.
Iran brands snapback bid as escalation, vows appropriate response Press TV 14 Jul 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei says any attempt to trigger the so-called snapback mechanism to reimpose UN sanctions amounts to a confrontational move that will draw an appropriate response from Tehran.
UK, France, Germany tarnished their credibility over support for Israeli aggression: Iran's deputy FM Press TV 14 Jul 2025 -- Iran's deputy foreign minister for legal and international affairs says the European troika - France, Germany and Britain - tarnished their own credibility by supporting the Israeli regime's acts of aggression against Iran.
Macron Projects $75Bln Defense Budget for France by 2027 Sputnik 14 Jul 2025 -- France's military budget will rise to 64 billion euros ($74.8 billion) by 2027—double the level in 2017—French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Sunday.
Joint declaration of the 37th UK-France Summit. Élysée - President of France 14 Jul 2025
Putin Says UK, France Still Blame Russia for Collapse of Their Colonial Empires Sputnik 13 Jul 2025 -- The United Kingdom and France blame Russia for the dissolution of their colonial empires and have retained this historical resentment to this day, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.
France to support Ukraine in strengthening the fight against money laundering and terrorism financing: Ministry of Finance of Ukraine and Expertise France sign Memorandum Ukraine Government 11 Jul 2025 -- The Ministry of Finance of Ukraine and the French public agency Expertise France have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the provision of international technical assistance in the field of combating money laundering and terrorism financing (AML/CFT).
UAE, Italy, and France to Support the Olena Zelenska Foundation's Initiatives Aimed at Ukrainian Children and Youth President of Ukraine 11 Jul 2025
U.K., France reaffirm commitment to Indo-Pacific, Taiwan stability CNA 11 Jul 2025 -- The United Kingdom and France on Thursday underscored the growing strategic importance of the Indo-Pacific, including Taiwan, to European security, as well as their commitment to the region's stability, during a leaders' summit held in London.
French minister warns against underestimating Iran's strategic capabilities Press TV 11 Jul 2025 -- French Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu has acknowledged Iran's deep strategic and technological capacity, cautioning Western policymakers against underestimating the country's capabilities.
Statement of the Coalition of the Willing meeting by the leaders of the United Kingdom, France, and Ukraine: 10 July 2025 Gov.UK 10 Jul 2025 -- Today the leaders of member states and international organisations of the Coalition of the Willing gathered in London, Rome and virtually to discuss strengthening support to Ukraine and further pressure on Russia.
Britain, France agree to coordinate nuclear deterrence, unveil new migration scheme People's Daily 11 Jul 2025 -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Thursday that Britain and France have signed a new deal to allow the two countries to coordinate their nuclear deterrents for the first time.
Statement of the Coalition of the Willing Meeting by the Leaders of the United Kingdom, France, and Ukraine President of Ukraine 10 Jul 2025
Russia to Consider UK-France Nuclear Deal in Military Strategy Sputnik 10 Jul 2025 -- Russia will take onto account in its military planning the UK-France nuclear cooperation agreement, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said on Thursday.
Lancaster House 2.0: Declaration on Modernising UK-French Defence and Security Cooperation Gov.UK 10 Jul 2025 -- The UK and France, as Europe's only nuclear powers and leading militaries, share a unique responsibility for European and international defence and security. Our two nations represent nearly 40% of the defence budget of European Allies, and more than 50% of European spending on research and technology.
Northwood Declaration: 10 July 2025 (UK-France joint nuclear statement) Gov.UK 10 Jul 2025 -- Statement by the United Kingdom and the French Republic on Nuclear Policy and Cooperation - July 2025.
Prime Minister's remarks at the UK-France Summit press conference: 10 July 2025 Gov.UK 10 Jul 2025
UK-France Leaders Declaration Gov.UK 10 Jul 2025 -- The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and the President of the French Republic met today in Downing Street for the 37th UK-France Summit.
New Storm Shadow and missile cooperation to boost jobs as UK and France reboot defence relationship UK MOD 09 Jul 2025 -- A new 'Entente Industrielle' will support thousands of UK jobs across projects including air-to air missiles.
France, Italy, Greece must explain allowing 'safe passage' to ICC-wanted Netanyahu to US: UN expert Press TV 09 Jul 2025 -- UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese says Rome Statute member states—France, Italy, and Greece—must explain why they provided "safe passage" to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu en route to the United States.
PM meeting with President Macron of France: 9 July 2025 Gov.UK 09 Jul 2025
No: 139, 7 July 2025, Regarding the Statement of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs on the Judicial Processes in Türkiye Republic of Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs 07 Jul 2025
Chinese FM spokesperson responds to French intelligence claims regarding Chinese embassies sowing doubts over Rafale jets Global Times 07 Jul 2025 -- In response to a reporter's question about an AP report about French intelligence services claiming that after the India-Pakistan conflict in May this year, China used its embassies abroad to spread doubts about the performance of French-made Rafale fighter jets, aiming to undermine their sales, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Monday that she is not aware of the situation.
Experts reject French intelligence's hype over Chinese embassies sowing doubts over Rafale jets Global Times 07 Jul 2025 -- Chinese military experts rejected on Monday the latest claims by French intelligence that "China used embassies to undermine sales of French-made Rafale jets" following the India-Pakistan conflict in May this year. A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Monday that she is not aware of the situation, when asked about the matter.
Foreign ministers of Iran, France discuss ties, Israeli war Press TV 06 Jul 2025 -- The foreign ministers of Iran and France have discussed the latest developments regarding bilateral consular relations and the recent Israeli-imposed war on the Islamic Republic.
PM call with President Macron of France: 5 July 2025 Gov.UK 05 Jul 2025
China, France agree to promote multilateralism, bring more certainty to world Global Times 05 Jul 2025 -- French President Emmanuel Macron met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday, pledging to jointly promote multilateralism and strengthen coordination against hegemonic conflicts and bloc confrontation.
China, France agree to promote multilateralism, bring more certainty to world People's Daily 05 Jul 2025 -- French President Emmanuel Macron met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday, pledging to jointly promote multilateralism and strengthen coordination against hegemonic conflicts and bloc confrontation.
The Seventh Meeting of the China-France High-level Dialogue Mechanism on People-to-People Exchanges Held in Paris PRC MofA 05 Jul 2025 -- On July 4, 2025 local time, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi and French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot co-chaired the seventh meeting of the China-France high-level dialogue mechanism on people-to-people exchanges in Paris.
Wang Yi: China and France Should Act as Forces for Stability, Openness, Inclusiveness and Solidarity PRC MofA 05 Jul 2025 -- On July 4, 2025 local time, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met the press together with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot in Paris and answered questions on the spot.
Wang Yi Holds Talks with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot PRC MofA 05 Jul 2025 -- On July 4, 2025 local time, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi held talks with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot in Paris.
French President Emmanuel Macron Meets with Wang Yi PRC MofA 05 Jul 2025 -- On July 4, 2025 local time, French President Emmanuel Macron met with Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the Élysée Palace in Paris.
Allied forces conclude Atlantic Trident 25 in Finland US Air Force 02 Jul 2025 -- U.S., U.K., French and Finnish forces partnered in Atlantic Trident 25, a two-week, tactical and operational training exercise held across multiple locations in Finland June 16-27.
Telephone conversation with President of France Emmanuel Macron President of Russia 01 Jul 2025 -- Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with President of the French Republic Emmanuel Macron.
Putin Holds Phone Call With Macron - Kremlin Sputnik 01 Jul 2025 -- It has been their first phone conversation since 2022. Putin, in a conversation with Macron, discussed the situation surrounding Ukraine and reminded that the conflict is a direct consequence of the West's policies.

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