The country’s “Yellow Vest” movement demonstrated nationwide, blocking roads and roundabouts, to register anger about fuel taxes and the loss of purchasing power.
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France Says Trump’s Twitter Attack Lacks ‘Common Decency’
A barrage of scathing tweets aimed at the French president, Emmanuel Macron, landed on the third anniversary of the Paris terrorist attacks.
Merkel Joins Macron in Calling for a European Army ‘One Day’
After another strained meeting with President Trump, Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany calls for a European army to reduce dependence on the United States.
‘Patriotism Is the Exact Opposite of Nationalism,’ Macron Says
President Emmanuel Macron of France spoke about the dangers of nationalism in a speech commemorating the anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I. In attendance was President Trump, who recently called himself a nationalist.
Trump’s Nationalism, Rebuked at World War I Ceremony, Is Reshaping Much of Europe
As world leaders marked the 100th anniversary of the Great War’s end, President Emmanuel Macron of France declared that “nationalism is a betrayal of patriotism.”
France’s Mayors, Feeling the Pinch, Lead a Quiet Rebellion and Quit
More than 150 rural mayors have left this year, saying they feel abandoned by the state in the face of shrinking revenues, declining populations and reforms initiated by President Emmanuel Macron.
Remembering the End of World War I, in Photos
World leaders and ordinary citizens alike commemorated the 100th anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I. Here are the best images of the day.
Bonhomie? C’est Fini as Trump and Macron Seek to Defuse Tension
President Trump’s meeting with President Emmanuel Macron of France appeared far chillier than their earlier warm sessions, demonstrating how the relationship has soured.
Britain’s Brexit Endgame Is Close. Here’s How It May Play Out.
Prime Minister Theresa May is walking a very fine line to get a deal done. The resignation of another minister illustrated how hard it is going to be.
News Analysis: Macron Hopes WWI Ceremonies Warn of Nationalism’s Dangers. Is Anyone Listening?
Emmanuel Macron, the French president, hoped his carefully orchestrated centennial of the Armistice would bolster his vision for “more Europe.” But it may underscore his increasing isolation.