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Donald Trump finally meets his hand shake match In Emmanuel Macron

Its well-documented at this point that President Donald Trump plays an odd game of dominance when he shakes hands—he contorts, jostles and pulls the person hes greeting to make sure hes in charge of the shake. But newly-elected French President Emmanuel Macron seems to have studied the American president and was prepared for Trumps odd handshake tactics Thursday when the two met in Brussels.

May 30, 2017

Blooming bromance between Justin Trudeau and Emmanuel Macron at G7 summit

The first meeting between Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and French President Emmanuel Macron finally took place, and Twitter users everywhere cheered as the two leaders shook hands and took a stroll under the Sicilian sun in Taormina.

May 27, 2017

Emmanuel Macron inaugurated as Frances youngest president

Emmanuel Macron has been inaugurated as Frances eight president. The pro-European centrist is the youngest-ever president to be sworn it. The 39-year-old won against Marine Le Pen in the second round of elections on 7 May.Before the ceremony, Macron held a meeting with outgoing socialist leader François Hollande. Macron has to pick a prime minister and is expected to meet with German chancellor Angela Merkel shortly after.

May 14, 2017

Who is Emmanuel Macron?

The 39-year-old centrist comfortably defeated far-right candidate Marine Le Pen during the French presidential elections on 7 May.

May 8, 2017

Marine Le Pen Booed at Reims Cathedral

A crowd gathered outside the cathedral ahead of Le Pens arrival and booed her, shouting, Give back the money! according to reports.After touring the cathedral, Le Pen left by a side door, where she was again jeered.

May 5, 2017

Francois Hollande calls on French to back Emmanuel Macron

French President Francois Hollande on 24 April, called on voters to back centrist Emmanuel Macron in the second round of the presidential election. Hollande gave a warning of dangerous consequences if far-right candidate Marine Le Pen were to win, and said he would vote for his former economy minister as he believes Macron was best placed to unite France.

Apr 24, 2017

Francois Hollande calls on French to back Emmanuel Macron

French President Francois Hollande on 24 April, called on voters to back centrist Emmanuel Macron in the second round of the presidential election. Hollande gave a warning of dangerous consequences if far-right candidate Marine Le Pen were to win, and said he would vote for his former economy minister as he believes Macron was best placed to unite France.

Apr 24, 2017

Russian President Putin meets French presidential candidate Le Pen, denies any interference in elections

The Putin government has been accused of interfering in the US presidential elections last year and influencing Donald Trump's win.

Mar 25, 2017

‘They were screams of terror’: French students recall panic after Tocqueville high school shooting

At least eight people have been left injured after a gunman armed with a rifle, two handguns and two grenades attacked a high school in Grasse.

Mar 16, 2017

Michelin Guide gives star to wrong restaurant: Le Bouche à Oreille restaurant in France has a laugh

On February 9, the Michelin Guides released its 2017 rankings and an online map of starred restaurants in which the small restaurant — Le Bouche à Oreille also received a star

Feb 21, 2017

2017 Six Nations Championship results and reaction: England, France and Ireland come out smiling from round two

Wales vs England lived up to the hype, while Ireland and France impressed in round two action of the 6 Nations

Feb 13, 2017

Indian Air Force rejects RTI plea seeking details of Rafale aircraft deal; cites confidentiality

India and France entered into a government-to-government contract for 36 Rafale aircraft in September 2016.

Feb 6, 2017

2017 Six Nations rugby results and reaction: England, Scotland and Wales lead the way after round one

Round one of the Six Nations 2017 tournament was filled with plenty of drama

Feb 6, 2017

England vs France rugby live streaming: Watch Six Nations Championship online and on TV

England, the favourites for the 2017 Six Nations title, begin their campaign against a defensively-sound France

Feb 4, 2017

Eddie Jones warns England players not to be complacent like Arsenal

England head coach Eddie Jones wants his players focused against France, who they play in their Six Nations opener at Twickenham on 4 February. England will register a national record for a 15th successive victory if they beat France, but Jones doesnt want his players to be complacent and just to focus on the match, drawing parallels with Arsenals lose to Watford on 21 January.

Feb 2, 2017

2017 Six Nations Championship schedule: Fixtures, when, where, which channel and what time - all you need to know

England are the defending champions, but Eddie Jones' side are expected to face stiffer competition in the 2017 edition of the 6 Nations

Feb 2, 2017

French President Hollande shrugs Donald Trump's criticism, says EU 'has no need for outside advice'

Trump's criticisms of Europe were published on Monday in The Times of London and Germany's biggest-selling daily Bild.

Jan 17, 2017

Czech government tells citizens to arm themselves and shoot Muslim terrorists in case of 'Super Holocaust'

Reports said that after the Czech president's appeal, there was a noticeable spike in the purchase of guns in the nation

Jan 10, 2017

Russia slams Charlie Hebdo for caricature on Tu-154 military plane crash

The Russian Ministry described the caricature of the crash as a 'poorly-created abomination' which is unworthy of attention.

Dec 29, 2016

French President Francois Hollande pardons woman who killed her husband

Sauvage case attracted public attention after she murdered her husband after suffering decades of abuse by him.

Dec 29, 2016