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On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, 25 November 2025, France reaffirms its commitment to protecting women and girls from all kinds of violence.
In 2025, one in three women in the world said they had been subjected to physical or sexual violence from a partner, a member of their family or someone else during their life (UN Women).
The French diplomatic network is working actively throughout the world to this end. On 23 October 2025, at the end of the (…)

France is deeply concerned by the Israeli airstrike that hit Beirut on November 23, adding the risk of escalation to an already very tense situation.
France calls on all the parties to exercise restraint. It underscores the importance of using the Ceasefire Monitoring Mechanism to report threats. This framework, which the parties approved, is vital to avoiding unilateral actions and guaranteeing the safety of civilians, both in Lebanon and in Israel, in accordance with the cessation of (…)

M. Jean-Noël Barrot, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, had a meeting with his Egyptian counterpart, Dr Badr Abdelatty, on 23 November 2025, on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Johannesburg.
During the discussion, the two ministers reiterated their determination to contribute fully to the implementation of the US peace plan for Gaza – now endorsed by United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803 – in its humanitarian, political and security aspects. They called on the parties to (…)

M. Jean-Noël Barrot, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, had a meeting with his Argentinian counterpart, Mr Pablo Quirno, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship, on 23 November 2025, on the sidelines of the G20 in Johannesburg, South Africa.
The ministers talked about the EU-Mercosur agreement, with M. Barrot recalling the preconditions set out by President Macron for France to support the agreement, and in particular the need to finalize with Mercosur partners a (…)

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot took part in the EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting held in Brussels on November 20.
He emphasized French efforts to build strong European momentum in the fight against drug trafficking. He proposed the imposition of sanctions on transnational organized crime, targeting criminals who have fled abroad and those who assist them by freezing their assets, banning them from setting foot on European soil, and prohibiting them from engaging (…)

France utterly condemns the massive Russian strikes carried out last night deep into Ukrainian territory, particularly in the west of the country, involving 476 drones and 48 missiles. The strikes, which targeted residential districts and energy infrastructure, caused numerous civilian casualties. In Ternopil alone, the initial toll is at least 25 dead, including children, and more than 70 injured. This brutal, unacceptable attack confirms once again that Russia shows no intention of ending (…)

Confronted with the rise in climate disinformation, France has committed itself to the Declaration on Information Integrity on Climate Change, adopted by 12 States on 12 November 2025. It calls for a coordinated international effort by the international community, civil society and the private sector to guarantee reliable, transparent information on the climate. The Declaration on Information Integrity on Climate Change The Declaration calls on governments to adopt laws respectful of (…)

France welcomes the Security Council's adoption yesterday of resolution 2803, endorsing the Gaza peace plan.
France also welcomes the engagement of the United States and critical efforts by Egypt, Qatar and Turkey, which made it possible to achieve a ceasefire agreement, the release of the hostages and the resumption of humanitarian aid to Gaza. This resolution contributes to its implementation.
As a permanent member of the Security Council, France played a constructive role in the (…)

Minister Delegate for Europe Benjamin Haddad attended the EU General Affairs Council held on November 17 in Brussels.
The meeting included preparations for the European Council of December 18 and 19, where important decisions are expected, particularly regarding the funding of support for Ukraine and guidelines for the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF). During a discussion focused specifically on the future MFF (2028-2034), the Minister Delegate stressed that the Common (…)

The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs is greatly relieved to announce the release of our compatriot Camilo Castro, who was held in Venezuela for more than four months. He is now in France.
This release is a result of the coordinated mobilization by all the State's services, and the personal commitment of M. Jean-Noël Barrot, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, and of Mr Castro's family and supporters.
The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs welcomes this gesture by the (…)