Bei den Beratungen auf dem EU-Sondergipfel über die Reaktion auf den offenen Erpressungsversuch des US-Präsidenten dürfte die Aktivierung eines EU-Instruments zur Abwehr wirtschaftlicher Nötigung diskutiert werden – dieses wird auch als „Handels-Bazooka“ bezeichnet. Frankreichs Präsident Emmanuel Macron werde beantragen, das sogenannte Anti-Coercion Instrument (ACI) zu nutzen, hieß es aus dem Umfeld des Präsidenten. Das Gesetz ermöglicht der EU Gegenmaßnahmen, wenn wirtschaftlicher Druck ausgeübt wird, um politische Entscheidungen zu erzwingen.
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France to request activating EU anti-coercion instrument to deter US tariff threats: Report
Macron‘s entourage told broadcaster BFMTV on Sunday that the president will ask, on behalf of France, for the activation of EU‘s Anti-Coercion Instrument (ACI), also known as trade „bazooka“ to deter Washington.
ACI is primarily a deterrent mechanism requiring approval by a qualified majority of member states and allowing the bloc to impose measures such as restricting access to public procurement or blocking certain investments.
France is committed to the sovereignty and independence of nations, in Europe and elsewhere. This guides our choices. It underpins our commitment to the United Nations and to its Charter.
It is on this basis that we support, and will continue to support Ukraine and that we have built a coalition of the willing for a robust and lasting peace, to defend these principles and our security.
It is also on this basis that we decided to take part in the exercise organized by Denmark in Greenland. We fully assume this decision, because security in the Arctic and at the outer edges of our Europe is at stake.
No intimidation or threat will influence us—neither in Ukraine, nor in Greenland, nor anywhere else in the world when we are confronted with such situations.
Tariff threats are unacceptable and have no place in this context. Europeans will respond in a united and coordinated manner should they be confirmed. We will ensure that European sovereignty is upheld.
It is in this spirit that I will engage with our European partners.
France to step up Greenland deployment with land, air and sea forces
France began deploying troops to Greenland on Thursday and said it would send additional „land, air and sea“ forces in the coming days, confirming the presence of high-mountain specialists from the French army on the ground as part of a European military exercise after inconclusive talks in Washington.
France to send extra ‚land, air, and sea‘ forces to Greenland in coming days, says Macron
„A first team of French service members is already on site and will be reinforced in the coming days with land, air, and maritime assets,“ Macron told troops during a speech to start the new year.
„France and the Europeans must continue to be present wherever their interests are threatened — without escalation, but uncompromising when it comes to respect for territorial sovereignty,“ he added.
Danish politicians call for German and French troops in Greenland to deter the U.S. — Welt
(January 9, 2026)
Conservative MP Rasmus Jarlov said it would be wise to welcome allies “so that the price of a military invasion for the Americans would be extremely high.”
Left-wing leader Pelle Dragsted warned: “We must make it clear that it would be an armed conflict” and that Americans cannot “just land a helicopter in Nuuk and raise the US flag.”
Danish politicians are calling for German and French troops in Greenland to deter the US.
(January 8, 2026)
Conservative MP Rasmus Jarlov said it would be wise to welcome allies “so that the price of a military invasion for the Americans would be extremely high.”
Left-wing leader Pelle Dragsted warned:
“We must make it clear that it would be an armed conflict” and that Americans cannot “just land a helicopter in Nuuk and raise the US flag.”
Source: Welt
„Verstärkung benötigt?“: Frankreich mit klarer Grönland-Spitze gegen Trump
Auf dem sozialen Netzwerk X veröffentlichte die französische Armee ein Bild von eigenen Soldaten auf Skiern in einer tief verschneiten Landschaft. Begleitet durch die an Dänemark gewandte Botschaft: „Verstärkung benötigt?“
WATCH: Macron Greets Denmark’s PM Frederiksen in Paris as ‘Coalition of the Willing’ Convenes | AC1G
(January 6, 2026)
French President Emmanuel Macron greeted Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen at the Elysee Palace ahead of the ‘Coalition of the Willing’ summit in Paris. The warm welcome came as European leaders gather to coordinate Ukraine security guarantees and next diplomatic steps. For more details, watch our story and subscribe to our channel, DRM News.
European allies working on plan should US move on Greenland
A senior European official said Denmark must lead the effort to coordinate a response, but „the Danes have yet to communicate to their European allies what kind of concrete support they wish to receive,“ the official said, speaking on condition of anonymity.
Joint Statement on Greenland
Statement by President Macron of France, Chancellor Merz of Germany, Prime Minister Meloni of Italy, Prime Minister Tusk of Poland, Prime Minister Sánchez of Spain, Prime Minister Starmer of the United Kingdom and Prime Minister Frederiksen of Denmark on Greenland.
Arctic security remains a key priority for Europe and it is critical for international and
transatlantic security.
NATO has made clear that the Arctic region is a priority and European Allies are stepping up. We and many other Allies have increased our presence, activities and investments, to keep the Arctic safe and to deter adversaries. The Kingdom of Denmark – including Greenland – is part of NATO.
Security in the Arctic must therefore be achieved collectively, in conjunction with NATO allies including the United States, by upholding the principles of the UN Charter, including sovereignty, territorial integrity and the inviolability of borders. These are universal principles, and we will not stop defending them.
The United States is an essential partner in this endeavour, as a NATO ally and through the defence agreement between the Kingdom of Denmark and the United States of 1951.
Greenland belongs to its people. It is for Denmark and Greenland, and them only, to decide on matters concerning Denmark and Greenland.
France, Germany, Great Britain, and EU back Greenland after Trump comments
France, Germany, Great Britain, and the European Commission on Monday expressed support for Denmark and Greenland after new threats from US President Donald Trump about taking over Greenland.
Britain says it and France bombed suspected Islamic State arms dump in Syria
Western aircraft have been conducting patrols to stop a resurgence of the Islamist militant group that ruled parts of Syria until 2019.
After 2025 recognition of a Palestinian state, what‘s next ?
After years of rhetorical support for a Palestinian state, conditioned on prior peace with Israel, Paris ultimately decided to move to formal recognition on September 22, when President Emmanuel Macron addressed the UN General Assembly.
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France’s recognition formed part of a wider diplomatic push, including an international conference co-chaired with Saudi Arabia that culminated on September 12 in the UN General Assembly’s adoption of the New York Declaration, which described recognition of the Palestinian state as „essential and indispensable“.
Europe ready to lead ‘multinational force’ in Ukraine as part of US peace plan
In a statement, the leaders of the UK, France, Germany and eight other European countries said troops from a “coalition of the willing” with US support could “assist in the regeneration of Ukraine’s forces, in securing Ukraine’s skies, and in supporting safer seas, including through operating inside Ukraine”.
Joint E3 leaders statement: 10 October 2025
We welcome the agreement on a ceasefire in the Middle East, the planned release of hostages, and the resumption of humanitarian aid to the civilian population of Gaza.
We pay tribute to President Trump’s leadership on the issue, to the diplomatic efforts of the mediators, Egypt, Qatar and Türkiye, and to the vital support from the wider region to secure the agreement. It is now of utmost importance that all parties implement their obligations in full and without delay. We stand ready to support further talks on the next stages of the plan and to contribute to it.
As part of this effort, we agree that the UN Security Council should give its full backing to the plan and support its implementation.
We commit to supporting substantive humanitarian aid packages through UN agencies to be delivered as soon as the ceasefire enters into effect.
EU Revives Plan to Ban Private Messaging
(August 4, 2025)
Italy, Spain, and Hungary have been in favor of mandatory chat scanning from the start. France could tip the balance since blocking the plan requires four countries representing at least 35 percent of the EU’s population. Paris has moved from tentative support to saying it could “basically support the proposal.”
INTERVIEW: France’s recognition of a Palestinian state will trigger ‚small diplomatic tsunami‘
What consequences could France’s recognition of a Palestinian state have?
Ofer Bronchtein: It will create momentum. France is a great power, a member of the United Nations Security Council, and of the G7. When it moves, it will bring with it other very important countries such as the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Belgium, etc. It’s a small diplomatic tsunami.
I’ve urged Macron to take this step since becoming his adviser in 2020. It is essential to ensure Israel’s security and its recognition by Arab and Muslim states. This war must stop; it no longer makes sense.
French President Macron says 2-state talks in New York key to mobilizing world support
French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday highlighted the importance of upcoming talks in New York on a two-state solution in the Middle East, saying the conference would be crucial in rallying the international community behind peace efforts, Anadolu reports.
Macron, MBS hold phone call over two-state solution conference
French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) have discussed preparations for a two-state solution conference on Palestine, which they will host on September 22 in New York City.
According to the Saudi Press Agency, the two leaders discussed the outcomes of a past high-level international conference on resolving the Palestinian issue through a two-state solution, co-chaired by Saudi Arabia and France on July 28-30.
UN / GA PALESTINE RESOLUTION
With 142 votes in favour, the General Assembly adopted a resolution endorsing the New York Declaration, which calls for the peaceful settlement of the question of Palestine and the implementation of the two-state solution.
General Assembly Takes Up Text Endorsing New York Declaration, Charting Path to Palestinian Statehood, Peace with Israel
Today, the General Assembly will vote on a draft resolution endorsing the New York Declaration on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the two-State solution. The Declaration, circulated at a high-level international conference held from 28 to 30 July, sets out an action-oriented pathway towards a peaceful settlement of the Israel-Palestine conflict and the realization of the two-State solution — the vision of an independent State of Palestine living side by side with the State of Israel in peace and security, based on the pre-1967 borders.
UAE President, French Counterpart discuss Israeli attack on Qatari territory
During the call, the UAE and French presidents emphasized the importance of intensified international efforts to advance the establishment of a Palestinian state based on the two-state solution, viewing it as the path to achieving security and stability in the Middle East. They also reaffirmed their rejection of any Israeli attempts to annex the West Bank or parts of the occupied Palestinian territories or to forcibly displace Palestinians, warning that such actions undermine regional stability and threaten the principle of a two-state solution in line with international legitimacy.
Europe just made war with Iran more likely
France, Germany, and the UK (E3) have announced they will trigger snapback sanctions on Iran at the United Nations. This will launch a 30-day process that will likely culminate in the full reinstatement of all U.N. sanctions lifted under the 2015 nuclear deal. The move will carry four major consequences.
First, the U.N. Security Council will formally adopt the demand — pushed by Israel — that Iran cease all uranium enrichment. Israel designed this demand to sabotage nuclear diplomacy and edge the conflict toward war….
7 European leaders to join Zelensky in White House meeting Monday
On Sunday, it was disclosed they will be joined by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Finnish President Alexander Stubb, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
Spain signals support for UN-led mission to stabilise Gaza
„The proposal … is one of the tools that can help achieve peace and security in Gaza and the Middle East, as is the work of UNRWA as the U.N. agency for aid to the Palestinian people,“ the Spanish ministry said in an emailed reply to questions from Reuters.
Britain and France discuss UN peacekeeping force for Gaza
(August 11, 2025)
Macron’s words align with a communique which was co-signed by Britain and a series of other countries across Europe, the Middle East, and the rest of the world at a special UN conference last month organised by France and Saudi Arabia.
The document said that the nations “supported the deployment of a temporary international stabilisation mission” under “the aegis of the United Nations”, noting “the readiness expressed by some member states to contribute in troops”.
Macron calls for UN-backed Gaza mission, slams Israeli plans as ‚permanent war‘
(August 11, 2025)
French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday denounced Israel’s plan to expand military operations in Gaza City as a “disaster waiting to happen”. He pushed for a permanent ceasefire and a UN-mandated international coalition to stabilise the Gaza Strip, protect civilians and support Palestinian governance, and urged the Security Council to act quickly.