France

Minsk talks are really a last chance - French Foreign Minister The meeting of the Ukrainian, German, French, and Russian leaders scheduled for today in Minsk "is really a last chance negotiation." 11.02.15 16:48 83 630 251 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

French Foreign Minister: Number of fundamental issues have to be agreed before Minsk summit. We have not achieved results yet French Foreign Minister speaks on the preparation of the "Normandy Four" meeting in Minsk. 09.02.15 17:26 18 235 134 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Yatseniuk advocates for common position of Ukraine, US, and EU on resolving the conflict in Donbas Prime Minister of Ukraine Arsenii Yatseniuk called for the formation of a unified position of the U.S., Ukraine, Germany and France to resolve the conflict in the Donbas. 05.02.15 22:45 17 161 132 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Normandy Four meeting in Astana scheduled for late January The meeting of the leaders of Ukraine, Russia, Germany and France in Astana is scheduled for the end of January. 15.01.15 17:30 5 972 27 Ukrainian Politics

Ukraine understands the pain of France better than anybody – Poroshenko. PHOTOS Participating in the solidarity march with the victims of Jan. 7 and 9 terrorist acts, the President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko said that Ukraine understands the pain of France better than anybody. 11.01.15 17:57 66 686 512 Previously in trend: Attacks in France

Hostages taken in a jewellery store in Montpellier, Southern France. PHOTOS Another hostage situation is taking place in a jewellery store in Montpellier in Southern France. 09.01.15 21:28 102 978 414 Previously in trend: Attacks in France

All terrorists in France eliminated, hostages released – police. PHOTOS+VIDEO The police eliminated brothers terrorists during storm. They were suspects of massacre in Charlie Hebdo editors office. 09.01.15 20:35 182 807 949 Previously in trend: Attacks in France

Survivor of Paris magazine massacre: "I saw a lot of blood, I saw half the editorial team on the ground, I saw horror" Charlie Hebdo journalist Laurent Leger, who miraculously came through the attack on French weekly magazine editorial, told the story of his survival. 09.01.15 14:21 35 539 283 Previously in trend: Attacks in France

French police is storming terrorists who have taken hostage north of Paris (updated) The shooting took place Friday morning between the French police officers and the persons, suspected of committing a terrorist attack in Paris. The terrorists have taken hostages. French General Prosecutor's Office did not confirm the death of people during a huge manhunt for two brothers suspected of killing 12 people at a satirical weekly. 09.01.15 12:24 61 766 391 Previously in trend: Attacks in France

French Charlie Hebdo ridiculed pseudo referendum held in occupied Crimea and Putin's policy. PHOTOS There were works concerning pseudo referendum, which took place in March 2014 in Crimea occupied by the Russian troops as well as the aggressive policy of Russian President Vladimir Putin, among the caricatures of the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo, the editors office of which was brutally attacked by the terrorists yesterday. 08.01.15 16:01 202 587 540 Previously in trend: Occupation of Crimea Attacks in France

Kyiv residents bring flowers and candles to the Embassy of France in memory of journalists murdered in Paris, in spite of the severe frost. PHOTOS Small groups of Kyiv residents who want to commemorate the victims of the terrible terrorist attack in Paris are coming to the French Embassy in Kyiv. 08.01.15 09:37 106 726 999 Incidents

Meeting of foreign ministers in Normandy Four format will be held on Jan. 9 The meeting of the ministers of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Germany, France and Russia will be held on Jan. 9. 06.01.15 01:51 7 917 66 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Foreign Ministers of Ukraine, France, Germany, and Russia discussed ways for Donbas conflict settlement Foreign Ministers of Ukraine, France, Germany, and Russia emphasize the necessity of urgent meeting of the Contact team on Donbas. 02.01.15 14:04 23 463 275 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

France Explained to Russia that Mistral Ships Delivery Depends Directly on Stabilization of Ukraine's Crisis The deliveries of Mistral helicopter carriers were postponed until the situation in Ukraine is stable again. 02.12.14 13:06 10 510 139 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Russian Sailors Allowed on Board Mistral - Russian Media Russian sailors from the Vladivostok helicopter carrier crew entered aboard the ship. 18.11.14 16:35 57 841 384 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

France Blocked Access on Mistral Board for Russian Sailors - Media A Russian Navy ship’s company was denied access on board the Mistral helicopter carrier Monday, which is now in the port of Saint-Nazaire. 18.11.14 09:00 85 941 687 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

No Mistrals for Russia Through Minsk Agreements Disrespect - French Foreign Minister France reaffirms that it will not deliver Russia the first of two Mistral class helicopter carriers - the warship named Vladivostok. 13.10.14 17:19 80 174 433 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Poland Pressures France over Mistral Deal with Russia - RFI Poland recommends France to make a wise and responsible decision on the Mistral warships. Otherwise, it may lose lucrative contracts. 29.09.14 20:36 73 922 390 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Poroshenko Discussed Situation in Eastern Ukraine With Hollande President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko had a phone conversation with President of France François Hollande. 11.09.14 22:16 6 010 49 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

"We Must Do Our Best to Prevent Mistrals From Falling Into the Hands of Russia" - US Secretary of the Navy The United States urges international partners to make every effort for Russia not to obtain the French Mistral-class warships. 11.09.14 07:13 27 945 221 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Sanctions against Russia

Mistral Sea Trials Suspended Due to "Technical Reasons," Source Says A forthcoming sea trial of a French-built Mistral helicopter carrier due to be delivered to Russia was suspended for technical reasons, a source close to the matter said on Tuesday. 09.09.14 17:43 14 777 57 World

France Believes There Is No Background for First "Mistral" Delivery to Russia Now The French authorities consider the conditions for the delivery of the first assault landing ship "Mistral" to Russia to be inappropriate. 03.09.14 19:19 63 684 343 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

France Says Russian Convoy to Ukraine May Be "Cover" for Incursion French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius said on Tuesday that a Russian convoy of 280 trucks en route to Ukraine could be an attempt by Moscow to install a permanent presence in the country. 12.08.14 10:45 52 357 307 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Obama to Talk to Europe Leaders about Russia The US President is scheduled to host a conference call with the leaders of Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and Italy about Russia's actions in Ukraine. 28.07.14 17:43 166 0 Ukrainian Politics

Poroshenko about Mistral Sale: "We Are Disappointed by France's Decision... This Is a Matter of Values, not Money" Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko has said he is disappointed by France's decision to continue cooperation with Russia under the Mistral helicopter carrier program. 24.07.14 16:48 25 069 156 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Thanks for the Mistral to Russia, Mr. Hollande! You Will Help the Ukrainians Die! - Social Media Activists Changed their Target after a Successful Attack on Merkel. PHOTO The French President is being trolled on Facebook for his support of the Russian aggressor including the sale of warships. 15.07.14 19:24 150 700 635 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

French Ambassador's Banquet was Overshadowed by Protesters against Cooperation with Russia as an Aggressor. PHOTOS Paris was reminded of its shameful behavior also today in Kyiv. Ukrainians and French living in Ukraine came to picket the French Embassy. 15.07.14 00:20 109 133 358 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Foreign Ministers of Ukraine, Germany, France and Russia to Meet in Berlin today The meeting was initiated by the German Minister of Foreign Affairs Frank-Walter Steinmeier. 02.07.14 01:53 33 584 396 Ukrainian Politics

Poroshenko Talked to Putin in Normandy Russian President Vladimir Putin met with the winner of the presidential elections Petro Poroshenko during the celebrations of the 70th anniversary of anti-Hitler coalition allies in Normandy, AFP reports. 06.06.14 15:41 123 576 511 Ukrainian Politics

Hollande Volunteers to Act as Peacemaker between Ukraine and Russia French President Francois Hollande volunteered to act as a peacemaker during a working dinner of G7, held in Brussels yesterday (June 4th). French President will conduct further diplomatic contacts with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine. Today and tomorrow. 05.06.14 16:15 15 679 176 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

French MPs Demand to Ban Akhmetov Entry in Schengen Area. DOCUMENT 20 French MPs have signed a petition which demands release of former Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko and the application of sanctions to the people of Yanukovych’s circle. 05.03.13 13:41 19 498 140 Ukrainian Politics

French Companies Evacuated their Staff from Chernobyl On Wednesday, February 13, about 80 employees of French construction company Vinci and Bouygues were evacuated from Chernobyl after it became known of the incident in the engine room. 13.02.13 15:39 27 192 116 Incidents

40% of VIPs in Courchevel are Ukrainians: Berezhnaia and Kilchytskaia Running Away from Journalists and Firtash with Bodyguards. VIDEO Champagne for 4000 euros, skis for 10,000, and houses for 25 million – this is how Ukrainian elite rests in one of the most prestigious resorts in the world – Courchevel, France ... 10.01.13 14:58 33 587 100 Previously in trend: Oligarch Life

French President Told Yanukovych Off in His Greeting Diplomats are calling the first contact of French and Ukrainian Presidents "unprecedented in their experience" - it is not just another criticism but a warning on freezing the relations until changes are made. 21.09.12 11:54 14 704 127 Previously in trend: Ukraine - EU