France
French president tries direct engagement with Putin
President Macron is likely to press Russia's president on the Ukraine conflict when they meet today
RussiaUK plans for Gulf shipping could come to nothing
European and US military officials are reportedly meeting in Bahrain to discuss shipping security in the Gulf
United KingdomExternal meddling intensifies Libya conflict
The warring sides are using aircraft and drones for precision airstrikes, adding to their capacity
LibyaSerbia may overestimate gains from Macron visit
Macron’s visit to Belgrade reflects increased French interest in the Balkans and Belgrade’s search for a new EU patron
SerbiaReform of West African currency is some way off
Although there is domestic opposition to the colonial holdover currency, an overhaul appears remote
West AfricaThe appeal of national populism in Europe will grow
Globalisation, rising inequality, demographic change and immigration will fuel the rise of national populism
EuropeFrance’s ratification of trade agreement faces unrest
France is the 14th EU member state to approve the EU-Canada free trade agreement
CanadaNew UK government may threaten London’s Iran policy
Hunt's call for a European maritime security coalition reflects existing emphasis on coordination with Europe over Iran
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