France strengthens military infrastructure in the East to support nuclear capabilities
To upgrade and extend a key military aviation station in the country’s eastern highlands, France is investing a staggering $1.7 billion. The base will be able to handle aircraft and weaponry that carry nuclear bombs. This move demonstrates the rising security worries in Europe. Luxeuil-Saint Sauveur is the name of the air base. It is […]
Macron’s Palestinian statehood drive tests Australia’s diplomatic balancing act
As French President Emmanuel Macron mobilises worldwide support for a new Middle East peace accord, pressure is mounting on Australia to join the global movement to recognise Palestinian statehood. Before a United Nations-sponsored meeting in New York this month aimed at accelerating momentum for a two-state solution, France has been pressing western countries, notably Australia […]
Controversial assisted dying bill wins backing in French parliament
As calls for legal end-of-life options spread around Europe, the lower chamber of parliament in France passed a measure permitting individuals with terminal illnesses to take fatal drugs. Although more votes are needed before the measure can become law, the National Assembly vote is a significant milestone in the long-debated matter. According to the proposed […]
