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2024 - 6 - 5

Biden in France for D-Day: Past, Present, and Global Connections

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Biden marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day, bridging past and future conflicts on a visit to France.

U.S. President Joe Biden made headlines as he landed in France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Normandy invasion, emphasizing the historical significance while looking towards the future of global conflicts. As Biden joins world leaders in honoring the Allied troops who sacrificed for freedom, the trip serves as a reflection on both past and present wars. The visit also aims to highlight the contrast between Biden and former President Trump, with a focus on democracy versus authoritarianism. Amidst the commemorations, reenactors and leaders gather to remember World War II events, with Ukraine playing a significant role in the discussions.

Amid the historical reflections, France also made news with the arrest of a Ukraine-Russia national following an explosion at a hotel, raising concerns about potential threats. On another front, Biden seeks to promote American global leadership during his trip to France, addressing current conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza. The significance of the D-Day anniversary intertwines with contemporary issues, shaping discussions on Western alliances and the role of the U.S. in today's global landscape.

In a separate context, France experiences mixed emotions as they commemorate the joys of liberation and the pain of past battles associated with D-Day. The 80th anniversary brings a wave of memories for French survivors of the Battle of Normandy, encapsulating both pride and sorrow. Additionally, the French regulator ANJ issues caution ahead of Euro 2024, highlighting the importance of responsible gambling practices in the country.

Wrapping up, France's collaboration with South Korea and the outlook for universities add layers to the week's news. President Biden's presence in France not only honors the past but also sets the tone for future alliances and actions in the ever-evolving global landscape.

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Biden, with France visit, looks to past and future of global conflicts (Voice of America)

U.S. President Joe Biden landed Wednesday in France to mark the 80th anniversary of the Normandy invasion — and plans to use the occasion to underscore the ...

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France arrests Ukraine-Russia national following explosion at hotel (Aljazeera.com)

Man treated by a fire brigade 'when he suffered serious burns following an explosion', the prosecutor's office says.

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Biden lands in France to mark 80th anniversary of D-Day, under ... (The Times of Israel)

US president set to join French and Ukrainian counterparts, British King Charles III, Canadian PM to remember Allied troops who gave their lives to free ...

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Biden, in France for D-Day anniversary, to stress contrast with Trump (The Washington Post)

Biden's D-Day visit will highlight the fight of democracy against authoritarianism, a reference to Donald Trump even if Biden does not explicitly name him.

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Reflections on war past and present permeate D-Day's 80th ... (NPR)

Reenactors and world leaders converge this week for World War II commemorations in Normandy, where Ukraine looms large.

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Biden to tout American global leadership during trip to France (ABC News)

President Joe Biden will look to highlight America's global leadership as conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza remain top focuses for him and allies, ...

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In France, D-Day evokes both the joys of liberation and the pain of ... (The Associated Press)

The 80th anniversary this week of D-Day brings mixed emotions for French survivors of the Battle of Normandy.

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ANJ urges RG caution in France ahead of potential €1bn in Euro ... (iGaming Business)

France regulator L'Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) has launched a new problem gambling prevention campaign ahead of Euro 2024.

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Biden in France to mark D-Day's 80th anniversary, promote ... (FRANCE 24)

US President Joe Biden on Wednesday began a state visit to France marking 80 years since the World War II D-Day landings, with a new war shadowing Europe as ...

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Biden will mark D-Day anniversary in France as Western alliances ... (OPB News)

President Joe Biden leaves Air Force One after arriving at Orly airport, south of Paris, Wednesday, June 5, 2024. Biden is in France to mark the 80th ...

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Mbappe on target as France stroll past Luxembourg | SuperSport (SuperSport)

Euro 2024 favourites France beat Luxembourg 3-0 in an international friendly on Wednesday with superstar striker Kylian Mbappe on the score sheet.

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METZ, France (AP) — Kylian Mbappé scored late in his first game since joining Real Madrid to help France build momentum for the European Championship with ...

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Boluda Enhances Position in France and Rescue Response with ... (The Maritime Executive)

Boluda acquired Les Abeilles, a tugboat company headquartered in Le France, France, and operating six vessels. Established in 1864, the company remains a ...

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Mbappé leads France to win over Luxembourg; Spain, Belgium ... (TSN)

Kylian Mbappé scored late in his first game since joining Real Madrid to help France build momentum for the European Championship with a dominant 3-0 win ...

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France player ratings vs Luxembourg: Kylian Mbappe misses ... (Goal.com)

The new Real Madrid striker may have scored but he could have had a hat-trick as France laboured to a 3-0 win over the minnows in a Euro 2024 warm-up.

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In pictures: 80th anniversary of D-Day (BBC News)

He paid tribute to the troops from the UK, the US, Canada, France and other places. Britain's wartime prime minister, Sir Winston Churchill, called it "the most ...

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Mbappe leads France to 3-0 victory over Luxembourg in Euro 2024 ... (FRANCE 24)

Euro 2024 favourites France beat Luxembourg 3-0 in an international friendly on Wednesday with superstar striker Kylian Mbappe on the score sheet.

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Live: Follow the 80th anniversary commemorations of the D-Day ... (FRANCE 24)

Western leaders gathered in northern France on Thursday to commemorate the 1944 World War II D-Day landings that liberated Europe from Nazi occupation, ...

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World leaders, veterans mark D-Day's 80th anniversary in France (Aljazeera.com)

This year's commemoration of the key turning point in WWII carries special resonance with war still raging in Ukraine.

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Biden aims to deepen transatlantic ties with trip to France for D-Day ... (CNN)

US President Joe Biden will touch down in Paris on Wednesday for a trip marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day and engaging in a State Visit hosted by French ...

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French President Macron tells D-Day veterans ''France will never ... (ABC News)

Catch up on the developing stories from around the globe making headlines. VER-SUR-MER, France -- ...

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Biden, world leaders and veterans mark D-Day's 80th anniversary in ... (The Washington Post)

While the U.S. president's speech will be directed at a global audience, it comes against the backdrop of a fierce domestic political battle with Donald ...

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Live updates: D-Day 80th anniversary celebration of Normandy ... (NBC News)

Biden has joined other world leaders and veterans to commemorate the Normandy landings, the Allied forces' surprise attack that helped liberate Europe from ...

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France player ratings vs Luxembourg: Kylian Mbappe misses ... (Goal.com)

Kylian Mbappe may have scored but he could have had a hat-trick as France laboured to a 3-0 win over Luxembourg in a Euro 2024 warm-up friendly.

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Biden lauds WWII veterans on D-Day 80th anniversary, vows NATO ... (CBS News)

In France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Allied forces' pivotal D-Day landings in Normandy, President Biden honors WWII troops who freed Europe ...

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As France welcomes D-Day veterans, bishop recalls religious sisters ... (Our Sunday Visitor)

By Caroline de Sury PARIS (OSV News) -- It was an emotional welcome when 48 veterans from around the U.S. arrived at the Deauville-Normandy Airport June 4 ...

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D-Day celebrations in France held amid heightened tensions with ... (The National)

France is readying to further support Ukraine's ability to conduct long-range missile strikes against Russia ahead of a visit by Ukrainian President ...

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D-Day 80th anniversary celebrations in fotos and why France ... (BBC News)

On 6 June 1944, tens of thousands of sojas bin land on five beaches for Normandy, northern France. Dis na di largest amphibious invasion for di history of ...

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Photos show world leaders, veterans commemorating D-Day's 80th ... (CNBC)

U.S. President Joe Biden, Britain's King Charles III and other world leaders traveled to France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings.

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PhD student Rosemary Giles reports on this week's ceremonies to commemorate the 1944 landing on Juno Beach.

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French President Emmanuel Macron said Ukraine should be allowed to use weapons provided by its Western allies to fend off Russian attacks.

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