Is France’s Emmanuel Macron trying to influence who gets picked as the next pope?
French President Macron’s Vatican meetings fuel speculation of influence over papal conclave, with reports suggesting a push for a French pope. The French president’s numerous meetings with high-ranking cardinals and Catholic Church officials during Pope Francis‘ funeral at the Vatican last Saturday have sparked controversy in Italy, with many speculating that he may be trying […]
France and Poland strengthen defence ties amid rising tensions with Putin and Trump
In the latest step by European nations to strengthen military relations in the wake of Russian aggressiveness and doubts about US security guarantees, France and Poland are scheduled to sign a comprehensive pact encompassing both defence and commercial issues. On May 9, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and French President Emmanuel Macron will sign the […]
