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Iran could face European sanctions if nuclear talks not resumed - report

The three countries wrote in a letter to the UN and Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday to raise the issue unless the Islamic Republic shows willingness to resume talks.

People attend a protest against the US attack on nuclear sites, amid the Iran-Israel conflict, in Tehran, Iran, June 22, 2025.
An El Al Boeing 787 Dreamliner; illustrative.

Paris air controller who shouted 'free Palestine' to El Al pilots suspended, minister confirms

Hostage families and supporters rally, calling for the return of the remaining 50 hostages in Hamas captivity, June 28, 2025.

Today's top stories: University hostage strike, 42 Gazans arrested in Israel

 EL AL flight at Ben Gurion International Airport, May 13, 2025.

France halts renewing work visas for El Al security personnel in Paris


Israeli rabbi: 'Macron should prepare his coffin' for 'declaring war on God'

"This French president, we must let him know, he has every interest in preparing his coffin," said Rabbi Daniel David Cohen, casting Emmanuel Macron in the vein of Roman Emperor Titus.

France's President Emmanuel Macron looks on as he attends a meeting during the G7 Leaders' Summit in Kananaskis, in Alberta, Canada, June 17, 2025.

Europe stresses need to protect Ukrainian interests ahead of Trump-Putin talks

European leaders welcome the United States' attempt to forming a ceasfire agreement between Russia and Ukraine.

 UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer (L) bids farewell to French President Emmanuel Macron following a joint military visit to the Northwood Headquarters Northwood, on July 10, 2025 in London, England.

Voices from the Arab press: Macron’s promise and Great Britain’s historical burden

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

FRENCH PRESIDENT Emmanuel Macron (C), and Hani al-Hayek, Palestinian Authority minister for heritage and tourism, visit the exhibition ‘Treasures Rescued from Gaza’ at the Arab World Institute in Paris, April 14, 2025.

'We want Hamas disarmed, out of governance,' French ambassador to Israel tells 'Post' - exclusive

“What I found most impressive,” Frédéric Journès explained, “was the movement of many Muslim and Arab states - now clearly saying: There can be no Hamas in governance."

 FRENCH AMBASSADOR Frederic Journes: Depriving Hamas [of] territorial control, not allowing its leadership to coordinate actions from Gaza into Israel - that is reachable.

'El Al genocide airline': Israel's national airline offices in Paris vandalized

"Today it's El Al, tomorrow it's Air France," Transportation Minister Miri Regev wrote on social media in reaction to what the airline called a "harsh anti-Israel incident."

El Al offices in Paris.

The largest wildfires since 1949 rage through France

One person has died, three are missing and two people including a firefighter are in critical condition, local authorities said.

A firefighter carries a fire hose during a wildfire near Saint-Laurent-de-la-Cabrerisse, southern France, August 7, 2025.

Gazan student refugee deported to Qatar over antisemitic posts, France's FM says

Following an investigation into past antisemitic social media posts, Palestinian student Nour Atallah has been deported to Qatar to complete her studies.

A woman holding a placard attends a demonstration organised by several French labour unions and French left-wing political parties in support of Palestinians in Gaza, calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and for unhindered access for humanitarian aid, as part of the ongoing conflict between Is

Shannon Seban: Fighting discrimination and defending Laïcité

'We should all stand together, whatever our religion is, whatever our political belief is, against antisemitism, as you need to stand against any kind of racism and discrimination.'

 RAISED IN the multicultural district of Seine-Saint-Denis by Algerian and Moroccan Jewish parents, 29-year-old Seban has built her platform around countering racism, fostering open dialogue, and creating opportunities for youth.

Palestinian statehood: What does recognition mean? - opinion

Most recognitions of Palestine are not legal affirmations of full statehood but political support for Palestinian self-determination and a two-state solution.

UK FOREIGN SECRETARY David Lammy speaks after addressing a conference on a two-state solution at UN Headquarters in New York City last week. The Palestinian Fatah leadership has rejected two-state offers on multiple occasions, the writer notes.

After Gazan student refugee in France has status revoked, new refugee flagged for Jew-hatred

The Lille prosecutor's office announced on Thursday that it has opened an investigation into "apology for terrorism" and "apology for crimes against humanity."

 France's Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noel Barrot delivers a speech after a meeting with European partners to suggest a negotiated solution to end the conflict between Iran and Israel at the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (Quai d'Orsay) in Paris, France, June 19, 2025.

New movie 'Holy Cow' is a fresh coming-of-age drama brought directly from Cannes

"Holy Cow" is a movie set in a cheese-making region that combines a gritty, coming-of-age story in a rural setting with a foodie drama about artisanal cheese.

A scene from ‘Holy Cow.’