- 29 May 2024 – Russian invasion of Ukraine
- France and Germany announce that French and German weapons sent to Ukraine, including long-range missiles, are permitted to target bases inside Russia. (CNN)
- 26 May 2024 – France–Germany relations, List of international presidential trips made by Emmanuel Macron
- Emmanuel Macron makes the first state visit by a President of France to Germany in 24 years. (AP)
- 19 May 2024 – 2024 New Caledonia unrest
- France deploys law enforcement to New Caledonia to regain control of the road to La Tontouta International Airport, which is currently controlled by protesters. (Reuters)
- 17 May 2024 – Azerbaijan–France relations, 2024 New Caledonia unrest
- France accuses Azerbaijan of being behind the protests and violence in New Caledonia after Azerbaijani and Togolese flags are seen alongside indigenous Kanak symbols at the protests. Azerbaijan has previously spoken out against French colonialism and supported pro-independence participants, in response to French support for Armenia. (Al Jazeera)