PARIS — France’s prime minister proposed on Tuesday the elimination of two public holidays from the country’s annual calendar — possibly Easter Monday and the day marking the Allied victory over the Nazis — to save money in next year’s budget.

For the special public occasion, Brigitte Macron wore a white coatdress with black lines added throughout and black buttons running down the front placket opposite a line of black. The black details on the coatdress included lining on the sharp collar, cuffs and at the waist, with outlined hip pockets featuring subtle black bows.

French President Emmanuel Macron is no longer expected to attend the upcoming UN conference on the recognition of a Palestinian state, according to sources on Tuesday.Macron encountered strong opposition from the British and Canadian governments,

National Strategic Review outlines key defense objectives, boosting funding to face rising threats from Russia and hybrid warfare.

President Emmanuel Macron announced on 13 July that the country would boost its defence budget to reach €64 billion in 2027 – double the budget in 2017. The newly proposed military spending plans would see France additional spend €3.5 billion (US$4 billion) in 2026 and €3 billion ($3.5 billion) in 2027 – a total of €6.5 billion ($7.6 billion).

Brigitte Macron has no plans to divorce her husband, President Emmanuel Macron, before his presidency concludes in May 2027.

Both Rey and Roy had alleged they were “[Intimidated] by the authorities” as members of the Paris establishment attempted to conceal the “state secret.”

France's defence chief says Russia now views France as its main adversary in Europe amid rising security tensions