I solemnly promise you all that France will do everything to defeat the army of fanatics who have committed these crimes, that she will act tirelessly to protect her children, the terrorists want to divide us, to oppose us, to pit us against one another. They will fail. They have the cult of death, we have the love of life.

President Francois Hollande

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We have proof that attacks have been planned from Syria against several countries, notably France, my responsibility is to ensure that we are informed as much as possible on the threats to our country ... so I have asked the defense minister that from tomorrow reconnaissance flights begin over Syria that will enable us to consider air strikes against Islamic State.

President Francois Hollande

We have proposed, with German Chancellor (Angela) Merkel, a permanent and obligatory mechanism. I believe that today what exists is no longer enough and there are countries ... who do not assume their moral obligations so we will need to go further.

President Francois Hollande

France has chosen to consider Egypt as a major player in the Middle East, its stability is essential, and Egypt expects a lot from France.

President Francois Hollande

By their courage, they saved lives, they gave us an example of what is possible to do in these kinds of situations.

President Francois Hollande

Three Americans and one Englishman ... you risked your lives to defend an ideal, the ideal of liberty and freedom.

President Francois Hollande

By their courage, they saved lives, they gave us an example on what is possible to do in these kinds of situations.

President Francois Hollande

Three friends, discovering Europe -- heading to Paris, three Americans and one Englishman... you risked your lives to defend an ideal, the ideal of liberty and freedom.

President Francois Hollande

France wants the UK to remain in the European Union, we think it's in the interest of Europe and in the interest of the United Kingdom to be together but the people must always be respected.

President Francois Hollande

We want to act quickly, we are here to set up a long-lasting stra... by President Francois Hollande

We want to act quickly, we are here to set up a long-lasting strategic partnership.

President Francois Hollande

If these projects are finalised, then that will represent several... by President Francois Hollande

If these projects are finalised, then that will represent several dozen billions of euros.

President Francois Hollande

It covers 20 projects. If these projects are finalised then that will represent several dozen billions of euros.

President Francois Hollande

A certain number (of armament) projects need to be finalised and we should see the consequences of that in the coming months.

President Francois Hollande

France is facing big threats internally and externally, security, protection and independence are principles that are not negotiable.

President Francois Hollande

The Egyptian authorities have just let me know their intention of acquiring 24 Rafale planes, a multi-mission frigate as well as related equipment.

President Francois Hollande

The European Central Bank's decisions should not make us defer reforms, i consider that this decision (quantiative easing) by the ECB obliges us to be even bolder in our efforts to lift obstacles to growth and job creation.

President Francois Hollande

France wants a definitive agreement, but with a clear line: yes for Iran to have civilian nuclear power, but no to military nuclear power. We will be intransigent on this principle.

President Francois Hollande

Islam is compatible with democracy and we should refuse any confu... by President Francois Hollande

Islam is compatible with democracy and we should refuse any confusion (about this).

President Francois Hollande

French of the Muslim faith have the same rights and duties as all... by President Francois Hollande

French of the Muslim faith have the same rights and duties as all citizens.

President Francois Hollande

The threats facing France are not finished, we are a free people... by President Francois Hollande

The threats facing France are not finished, we are a free people who don't cave to pressure.

President Francois Hollande

These madmen, fanatics, have nothing to do with the Muslim religion, france has not seen the end of the threats it faces.

President Francois Hollande