France is experiencing its worst political crisis in years after Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu unexpectedly resigned on Monday, just 26 days into his term and hours after announcing his cabinet. His decision came after intense criticism and threats from parliamentary factions to vote against his new government. This situation has raised concerns about the country’s governance and its growing economic troubles.
Pakistan’s latest attempt to brand the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and its armed wing, the Majeed Brigade, as terrorist organisations at the United Nations has run into a roadblock. The United States, the United Kingdom, and France have placed what is called a “technical hold” on the proposal, saying that the BLA cannot be linked directly to global terror networks like Al Qaeda or ISIS — a requirement under the UN’s sanctions committee rules.
French President Emmanuel Macron has chosen Sebastien Lecornu, his defense minister and trusted ally, as the new prime minister, contradicting predictions of a leftward shift. This decision follows Francois Bayrou’s resignation from the prime ministerial position after losing a confidence vote concerning his proposed budget reductions.
France is facing a political storm after Prime Minister François Bayrou was voted out of office. He lost a no-confidence vote in the national assembly with 364 lawmakers voting against him and only 194 were in his favour.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron spoke on the phone on Saturday, September 6, 2025. They positively reviewed the India-France strategic partnership. The leaders talked about ongoing efforts to resolve the Ukraine conflict. Mr. Modi reiterated India’s consistent support for a peaceful resolution and the early restoration of peace and stability in the region.
Over ten years after rockets struck a temporary press center in Homs, Syria, resulting in the deaths of two journalists and injuries to multiple others, French judges have made a significant decision. Seven European arrest warrants have been issued, including one for former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, charging high-ranking officials with war crimes and crimes against humanity.
External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar embarked on a week-long visit to France, the European Union, and Belgium, to strengthen bilateral relations and reaffirm India’s firm stance against terrorism.
Recently, India and France have agreed to collaborate on matters related to nuclear energy by signing a partnership to develop advanced small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs). The Indian foreign ministry made the announcement during Modi’s visit to France.
