An inquiry found that Nestlé and French officials had concealed the company’s practice of filtering Perrier water it labels “natural.” The head of Nestlé has suggested that human activity is making pure water scarcer.
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E.U. to Lift Economic Sanctions on Syria
European Union foreign ministers on Tuesday agreed to lift the remaining economic curbs on the war-torn country, amid concerns it could slip back into conflict.
Gérard Depardieu Verdict Is Seen as Turning Point for #MeToo in France
French courts may finally be taking years of complaints about sexual violence seriously, advocates and experts say.
European Leaders Visit Ukraine and Press Russia for a 30-Day Cease-Fire
Faced with the threat of new sanctions, President Vladimir V. Putin called for direct talks between Ukraine and Russia in the coming days.
How Macron Became a Close Zelensky Ally
The French and Ukrainian presidents have a particular bond, built on a common goal of protecting Ukraine and deflecting Russia.
Four European Leaders Arrive in Ukraine in First Joint Visit
On Saturday, the leaders of four major European powers — France, Germany, Britain and Poland — traveled to Kyiv in a display of European unity.
Syrian President Makes First Visit to Europe Since Assad’s Fall
The visit is a boost to Ahmed al-Shara’s attempts to bring Syria back into the international fold but comes amid continuing turmoil there.
Syrian Leader Says Country Has Held Indirect Talks With Israel
President Ahmed al-Shara, speaking during his first visit to Europe, said the talks were aimed at de-escalating tensions amid continued Israeli attacks inside Syria.
As Trump Targets Researchers, Europe Makes a Pitch to Attract Scientists
The continent’s leaders are hoping to benefit as the Trump administration cuts support for research and threatens universities such as Harvard and Columbia with the freezing of federal funds.
Odile de Vasselot, Teenage Aristocrat in the French Resistance, Dies at 103
During World War II, she deceived her watchful mother so she could take part in dangerous missions. Later, she founded a girls’ school in Ivory Coast.