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Macron's final diplomatic and military nominations take shape

French President Emmanuel Macron and his Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot at the Quai d'Orsay, on 9 October 2025.
French President Emmanuel Macron and his Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot at the Quai d'Orsay, on 9 October 2025. © Thomas Samson/Pool/EPA/MaxPPP
French President Emmanuel Macron is set to make a final round of military and diplomatic appointments before the end of his tenure. Some are to reward hardworking loyalists, while others are to secure positions ahead of next year's presidential election. [...]
Reading time 4 minutes Pierre Gastineau
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