French President Emmanuel Macron has ruled out Russia as a mediator in conflicts due to its non-respect for the UN Charter. He also denied France's involvement in Israel's attacks on Iran, stating it did not participate in any such actions. During a press conference with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederiksen, Macron described Greenland as facing "predatory ambition" that poses a threat to the region, warning it as a wake-up call for all Europeans.
https://www.asiaone.com/world/macron-rejects-trumps-idea-putin-mediate-israel-iran-crisisFrench President Emmanuel Macron rejected Russia's credibility as a mediator between Israel and Iran, citing Russia's involvement in the conflict in Ukraine and its non-compliance with the UN Charter. In contrast to US President Donald Trump's suggestion, Macron stated that France did not participate in any of Israel's attacks against Iran. During his visit to Greenland, a self-governing part of Denmark, Macron warned of "predatory ambition" and emphasized the need for cooperation rather than provocation or confrontation.
https://channelnewsasia.com/world/macron-rejects-trumps-idea-putin-mediate-israel-iran-crisis-5183646French President Emmanuel Macron has offered to conduct joint security exercises with Denmark in Greenland amid US President Donald Trump's threats to annex the Danish territory. Macron stated that France and the EU consider Greenland as "neither for sale nor for taking" and described a potential US annexation as "crazy." He proposed involving Canada and other Baltic and Nordic states in the Arctic region in these joint exercises.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/mergers-and-acquisitions/macron-offers-to-aide-in-greenlands-security-amid-trump-threatsFrench President Emmanuel Macron hosted a summit in Paris with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenlandic leader Jens-Frederik Nielsen, where they discussed security concerns over Kyiv and the Arctic region. The meeting took place on a helicopter carrier off the coast of Greenland, where the leaders also witnessed the effects of climate change on a fast-melting glacier. Macron called for increased joint military exercises with Nordic and Baltic countries, Canada, and the US to strengthen security in the region.
https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/06/15/macron-reaffirms-support-for-greenland-during-visit-ahead-of-g7-summitFrench President has expressed opposition to US annexation of Greenland, calling it "crazy", and proposed joint exercises in the Arctic region with Canada and Nordic states, including Baltic states, as a way to promote cooperation and stability in the area.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/06/16/world/politics/macron-aid-greenland-security/French President Emmanuel Macron is visiting Greenland, marking the first time a foreign leader has done so since Donald Trump expressed interest in annexing it. Macron emphasized France's and the EU's solidarity with Greenland during a G7 summit in Canada, highlighting the shift in the US approach to its allies since Trump left office.
https://www.firstpost.com/world/greenland-visit-macron-hits-out-at-trump-takeover-threat-g7-canada-13897521.htmlFrench President Emmanuel Macron's visit to Greenland aimed to express solidarity with the island nation's sovereignty and territorial integrity, following comments by US President Donald Trump that the US could buy Greenland. Macron met with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Fredrik Nielsen, discussing security challenges in the Arctic and plans for joint exercises within NATO framework. The EU seeks to accelerate a strategic partnership on raw materials extraction, while Macron disagreed with Russian President Vladimir Putin's potential role as mediator in the Israel-Iran conflict. Macron will also discuss sanctions on Russia over Ukraine with Trump at the upcoming G-7 summit in Canada.
https://www.fakti.bg/en/world/978728-macron-from-greenland-putin-does-not-become-a-mediator-between-iran-and-israel-trump-should-impose-strict-sanctions-onFrench President Emmanuel Macron has warned that Greenland is "not to be sold" or "to be taken", amid US President Donald Trump's interest in taking control of the territory. Macron expressed strong criticism of Trump's intentions during a visit to Nuuk, Greenland, saying it's a wake-up call for all Europeans and conveying a message of French and European solidarity.
https://www.smh.com.au/world/europe/not-to-be-taken-macron-s-greenland-visit-shows-europe-s-support-for-territory-coveted-by-trump-20250616-p5m7mt.htmlIndian Prime Minister Modi and Cypriot President Christodoulides agreed on an information-sharing framework to combat terrorism. They also pledged enhanced maritime cooperation, including more frequent Indian naval visits to Cypriot ports and joint training operations. The initiative aims to boost trade, energy, and digital connectivity through the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), positioning Cyprus as a key hub due to its proximity to India and the Middle East. Christodoulides described Cyprus as "India's gateway into Europe," while Modi committed to supporting key infrastructure initiatives like IMEC and deepening India-EU ties, including a free trade agreement.
https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/06/16/india-and-cyprus-to-boost-defence-and-maritime-cooperation-modi-says