Tag Archives: France

“France is at war”: François Hollande

François Hollande

François Hollande has reaffirmed that “France is at war” in a speech before a gathering of the country’s mayors in Paris. He defended the “temporary restrictions on freedom” but said it was vital they were eventually restored, adding: “France will remain a country of movement, The Guardian reports. He also …

Read More »

Explosion Hits Restaurant Near Mosque in East France

An explosion has been reported in a restaurant near a mosque in Villefranche-sur-Saone, eastern France. There are no reports of any injuries and the cause of the blast remains unknown. French police source stated that an explosion took place at a kebab restaurant near the mosque in Villefranche-sur-Saone, eastern France.

Read More »

Japan makes second oil payment owed to Iran: Reuters

Japan has made a second payment to Iran for oil imports following the partial easing of sanctions on Tehran in line with the Geneva nuclear deal. Japan deposited USD 450 million in funds owed for oil imported from Iran in a Central Bank of Iran (CBI) account, Reuters quoted diplomatic …

Read More »