Dominique de Villepin
Dominique de Villepin is a prominent French politician and diplomat who served as the Prime Minister of France from 2005 to 2007. Known for his eloquent speeches and strong stance against the Iraq War, he gained international recognition for his opposition to the U.S.-led invasion. Villepin, a member of the UMP party, has held various significant positions in government, including Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of the Interior. His political career is marked by his efforts to promote French influence on the global stage, particularly in Africa and the Middle East. Recently, he was mentioned in the news for his involvement in discussions regarding the exfiltration of Bechir Saleh from Libya during the tumultuous period following the fall of Muammar Gaddafi's regime.
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Dominique de Villepin is a former French Prime Minister discussing Palestinian statehood.
Who are the Kurds: autonomy, alliances, and Iran
United States· 2026-03-06
Villepin warned that the war in Iran could lead to years of civil war, drawing parallels to past conflicts.
Makron stao na stranu Španije: Tramp će sada i njemu pretiti prekidom saradnje?
Serbia· 2026-03-04
‘Recognition of Palestine cannot be erased,’ says former French Prime Minister.
Tanker ‘Skylight’ struck as Strait of Hormuz shipping threat intensifies amid fresh regional strikesUnited States· 2026-03-02
Dominique de Villepin accused Jean-Luc Mélenchon of risking the safety of Jewish citizens.
Jean-Luc Mélenchon accusé d’antisémitisme après des propos sur la prononciation du nom de Jeffrey Epstein : « Rien ne va dans ces propos. Ça suffit maintenant ! »
France· 2026-02-28
Former French prime minister Dominique de Villepin warned against what he described as France’s Charlie Kirk moment.
US condemns death of far-right protester
Taiwan· 2026-02-22
Dominique de Villepin, a former French Prime Minister, commented on the political ramifications of Deranque's death.
Jutarnji list - Ubojstvo tvrdog desničara trese Lyon, tisuće ljudi slijeva se u grad: 'To im je dar s neba'
Croatia· 2026-02-21
Dominique de Villepin criticized Rutte's statements as deplorable and paternalistic.
Francia y España replican a Rutte que no es “ningún sueño” que Europa aspire a defenderse sola | Internacional
Spain· 2026-01-27
Dominique de Villepin is a former Prime Minister of France who is preparing for the presidential election.
« La décomposition politique, conjuguée à l’ultrapersonnalisation du scrutin présidentiel, favorise les aventures personnelles »France· 2026-01-25
Dominique de Villepin was seen chatting with Michel Barnier during the ceremony for Robert Badinter.
Robert Badinter et ses « combats qui traversent les siècles » entrent au Panthéon au terme d’une cérémonie solennelle et touchanteFrance· 2025-10-10
Dominique de Villepin condemned the criticisms directed at the judiciary following Nicolas Sarkozy's conviction.
François Bayrou réagit à la condamnation de Nicolas Sarkozy : « On a le droit de se poser des questions sur l’exécution provisoire »France· 2025-09-28Dominique de Villepin emphasized that recognition of the Palestinian state is a condition to start the peace process.
Gospodarska zbornica proti regulaciji, potem pa državo kliče na pomoč
Slovenia· 2025-09-24
The former French Prime Minister asserts that the recognition of Palestine cannot be erased.
World would be in no way better off without the UN, new UNGA president saysUnited States· 2025-09-23
Dominique de Villepin is a former French Foreign Minister known for his passionate speech against the Iraq war at the UN in 2003.
Ο Μακρόν, η Παλαιστίνη και το «φάντασμα» του Ντε Γκωλ
Greece· 2025-09-23
Dominique de Villepin, a former French Prime Minister, stated that the recognition of Palestine cannot be erased.
‘Recognition of Palestine cannot be erased,’ says former French Prime MinisterUnited States· 2025-09-23
The decree affects former Prime Ministers like Dominique de Villepin who left office more than ten years ago.
Fin des privilèges à vie pour les anciens premiers ministres français – La Presse de Tunisie
Tunisia· 2025-09-17
Dominique de Villepin stated that Spain is saving Europe's honor in the current political climate.
Sánchez pide que se expulse a Israel de las competiciones deportivas mientras “no cese la barbarie” contra los palestinos | EspañaSpain· 2025-09-15
Dominique de Villepin is mentioned as a potential candidate for the presidency in 2027, with a sharp tongue and a Gaullist perspective.
wie Europa stark gegen Trump auftreten kann
Switzerland· 2025-08-03
Dominique de Villepin expresses a moral obligation to oppose the violence occurring in Gaza.
Dominique de Villepin : « Nous avons le devoir moral absolu de nous opposer à cette folie meurtrière à Gaza »France· 2025-07-31
Dominique de Villepin praised Macron's decision as historic and courageous, urging immediate humanitarian action.
Reconnaissance de l’Etat de Palestine par Macron : pour la gauche, une annonce tardive, pour l’extrême droite, une décision « précipitée »France· 2025-07-25
Dominique de Villepin expressed clarity regarding the hypocrisy of Western policies.
Europa, agenollada
Andorra· 2025-07-13Dominique de Villepin is a former French Foreign Minister who opposed the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003 and is now returning to politics with a new party.
Dominique de Villepin: “Si Europa no reacciona ahora, será borrada de la historia” | InternacionalSpain· 2025-07-12Philippe Mettoux was a former collaborator of Dominique de Villepin.
L’ancien préfet Christophe Mirmand nommé chef du gouvernement de MonacoFrance· 2025-07-03
Philippe Mettoux served as an advisor to Dominique de Villepin during his time at Matignon.
"J'ai tout simplement pris acte des agissements délétères menés par des forces locales obscures": à Monaco, le ministre d’État renonce, la crise politique se (ré)installe
Monaco· 2025-06-28
Philippe Mettoux served as an advisor to Dominique de Villepin when he was Prime Minister.
Monaco : Philippe Mettoux, nommé chef du gouvernement, renonce à prendre ses fonctions sur fond de criseFrance· 2025-06-27
Dominique de Villepin is a former French Minister of Foreign Affairs who commented on the limits of diplomacy between Macron and Trump.
Pour Emmanuel Macron, une croisade diplomatique semée d’écueilsFrance· 2025-06-26Dominique de Villepin announced the creation of his own political party, La France humaniste, and will serve as its honorary president.
Dominique de Villepin lance son parti, « La France humaniste »France· 2025-06-24
Dominique de Villepin was a former French Foreign Minister known for his speech against military intervention in Iraq.
Nahostkonflikt: Das diplomatische Lebenszeichen von Genf kommt aus Paris - Politik
Germany· 2025-06-20
Philippe Mettoux advised Dominique de Villepin during his tenure as Minister of the Interior.
Philippe Mettoux nommé ministre d’État: qui est ce haut fonctionnaire, ancien procureur et spécialiste du droit?Monaco· 2025-06-05
Philippe Mettoux also served as an advisor to Dominique de Villepin at the Ministry of the Interior.
On connaît le nom du nouveau ministre d'Etat à MonacoMonaco· 2025-06-04Dominique de Villepin promised total transparency regarding his consulting activities if he were to become president of the Republic.
Dominique de Villepin promet "une totale transparence" sur ses activités de conseil s'il devenait président de la RépubliqueMonaco· 2025-05-25