France
Main opposition accuses government of 'amateurism' over French frigates
Main opposition New Democracy accused the government of "amateurism" in handling Greece's defence, following reports in the French press that challenged a statement by Alternate Defense Minister Fotis Kouvelis last week that Paris had agreed to lease two frigates to Athens.
Athens to bolster defense capabilities with two French frigates
Greece is to acquire two French FREMM-type navy frigates in the coming months, Kathimerini understands, with the vessels expected to be inducted into the Hellenic Navy by August, as part of efforts to boost the country's military capabilities amid rising tensions with Turkey.
Strike-hit Air France expects 75 pct of flights to operate, as rail stoppage looms
Air France said it expected to operate around 75 percent of its flights on April 3, the first day of a strike that will coincide with a larger stoppage on the rail network, paralyzing much of France's transport network.
Small Majority of French People See Rail Strike as Unjustified
A rolling strike against railway reforms that is expected to cause traffic chaos is not justified, according to a small majority of French people in a poll published on Sunday, Reuters reports.
France's president sees popularity hit record low -poll
French President Emmanuel Macron's popularity has fallen to its lowest point so far in his presidency, a poll showed on March 23, a day after nationwide protests against his reform drive brought tens of thousands of public workers on the streets.
French Rail Strike Turning into Major Challenge For Macron
A showdown between French railway workers and President Emmanuel Macron's government grew more threatening on Tuesday after an internal labor union message suggested rail workers could paralyze services even outside of official strike days.
Paris Mulls Free Public Transport to Reduce Pollution
PARIS (Reuters) - The mayor of Paris wants to make all public transport free in an effort to reduce air pollution, but faces staunch opposition from the head of the regional transport authority who said the move would hit taxpayers.
Catalan lawmakers to convene March 12 to appoint leader
Catalonia’s parliament will convene on March 12 to appoint a new regional president, with jailed separatist Jordi Sanchez the only candidate, the assembly said on March 6.
Seventeen Turkish citizens seek sanctuary in Greece: Greek coastguard
Seventeen Turkish nationals, including six children, have requested asylum in Greece after crossing over from Turkey, Agence France-Presse reported on Feb. 20, citing the Greek coastguard.
Macron: France will Strike Syria if Government's Use of Chemical Weapons is Confirmed
French President Emmanuel Macron said France would launch attacks if it confirms that the Syrian government has used banned chemical weapons, France's press reported.