EU leaders failed to agree a seven-year budget, prolonging uncertainty for European investment and UK businesses exposed to the bloc.
Macron said France sees a Russian mobilisation of about 300,000 people as credible and warned Europe could face hybrid attacks.
Macron said France and the U.S. will seek a moratorium on strikes against Ukraine’s energy and civilian infrastructure as markets watch Europe risk.
France warned CNews it could face prosecution if ex-RT France chief Ksenia Fedorova returns to air remotely after her expulsion.
Macron wants the EU to prepare a ban on social media for under-15s after France’s national law was blocked, raising regulatory questions for markets.
The EU pledges ongoing support and sanctions against Russia as UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham visits Kyiv to join the coalition backing Ukraine's independence and future EU integration.
UK and European leaders welcome the US-Iran deal, stressing no nuclear arms for Iran and highlighting importance of stable navigation in the Strait of Hormuz for energy markets.
Ukrainian President Zelensky holds positive talks with US envoys amid coordinated UK and EU efforts to strengthen military and economic support against Russia.
Russian drone attacks over Kyiv escalate amid UK-EU diplomatic talks, raising security concerns and potential impacts on sterling and London markets.
British PM Starmer, Germany's Merz, and France's Macron met with Zelensky to accelerate diplomatic efforts for peace in Ukraine, reinforcing European security and UK interests.
Jean-Luc Mélenchon confirms his 2027 French presidential bid, setting the stage for key political shifts impacting UK-EU business and sterling markets.
Poland and France plan a joint military satellite to provide secure communications, aiming to reduce EU dependence on US-based Starlink and enhance defence autonomy.
Trump rejects NATO aid in the Strait of Hormuz as UK and France lead a new multinational mission to safeguard vital shipping lanes, impacting European energy security and markets.