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Washington Urges Europe to Step Up in Ending Ukraine War

1 week ago | ntd.com | David Vives

During talks in Washington, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrow that Europe must show political will and deploy real resources to help end the war in Ukraine. Rubio noted the slow progress in peace negotiations and welcomed efforts to align sanctions between the United States and Europe. Meanwhile, a new minerals deal between Ukraine and the United States may signal a shift in Kyiv’s approach to peace.
May Day Protests Across France

1 week ago | ntd.com | David Vives

Unions and activists rallied across France for May Day, demanding stronger job protections, the cancellation of pension reforms, and action against industrial decline. With unemployment nearing 8.5 percent, demonstrators say the government must reverse course and prioritize domestic industries.
Plateformes chinoises Shein et Temu : "Sans action immédiate, des dizaines de milliers d’emplois supplémentaires pourraient disparaître", réagit la Fédération française du prêt-à-porter féminin

2 weeks ago | epochtimes.fr | David Vives

Mardi 29 février, le gouvernement s’est attaqué aux plateformes chinoises de ventes en ligne. Celles-ci sont accusées de dumper l’Europe de produits dangereux, tout en employant des techniques commerciales douteuses. Certains acteurs de l’industrie du textile dénoncent un désastre pour le secteur, avec la fermeture de marques françaises. Le président de la Fédération du prêt à porter féminin, Yann Rivoallan, revient sur la question pour Epoch Times.
France Targets Shein, Temu in E-Commerce Crackdown

2 weeks ago | ntd.com | David Vives

France is cracking down on Chinese e-commerce giants like Shein and Temu, citing threats to local industry and consumer safety. New government measures aim to boost inspections and push the EU to tighten customs rules. However, for Yann Rivoallan, the President of the Fédération Française du Prêt à Porter Féminin (the French Women’s Prêt à Porter Federation), these measures aren’t enough. NTD’s international correspondent David Vives has more from Paris.
EU’s Von Der Leyen Hopeful of Trump Talks at Pope’s Funeral

2 weeks ago | ntd.com | David Vives

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said she hopes to meet U.S. President Donald Trump during Pope Francis’s funeral in Vatican City to assuage ongoing tensions between the White House and the EU. NTD’s international correspondent David Vives has more from Paris.
West France School Attack: 1 Dead, 3 Injured

2 weeks ago | ntd.com | David Vives

A tragic knife attack at a private school in Nantes, France, left one high school girl dead and three students injured. The 15-year-old assailant, dressed in black and wearing a helmet and balaclava, was subdued by teachers. The attack, reportedly sparked by a student conflict, shocked the community, with parents reeling as the school had no prior issues.
European Central Bank’s Drive to Launch Digital Euro in 2025 Sparks Privacy Fears

3 weeks ago | ntd.com | David Vives

The European Central Bank, led by President Christine Lagarde, is advancing the Digital Euro, with its operational launch phase scheduled for October 2025. Proponents say the digital currency aims to complement cash, offering a secure payment option for 350 million Eurozone citizens amid rising public debt and inflation concerns.
Paris Mourns Pope Francis at Notre-Dame

3 weeks ago | ntd.com | David Vives

Notre-Dame Cathedral became a place of mourning Monday as visitors paid tribute to Pope Francis, who passed away Sunday at age 88. The Eiffel Tower will remain dark Monday night in his honor.
French Billionaire Calls for EU-US Free Trade as Tariff Threat Looms

3 weeks ago | ntd.com | David Vives

French billionaire Bernard Arnault is urging the European Union to strike a free trade deal with the United States, warning that rising tariffs could push companies like LVMH—of which he is the largest shareholder—to shift production stateside. Arnault criticized Brussels for overregulation and echoed Elon Musk’s call for a zero-tariff zone. NTD’s international correspondent David Vives has more from Paris.
Police Union: France in War Against Drug Trafficking

3 weeks ago | ntd.com | David Vives

Police Union: France in War Against Drug TraffickingBy David VivesApril 18, 2025NTD Good MorningFrance is facing a wave of coordinated attacks on its prisons, prompting a national anti-terror investigation. Vehicles have been torched and heavy weapons used, with graffiti linking the incidents to prisoner rights.