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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Chloe Kelly's husband's normal day job and key role it played in Lioness star romance
England star Chloe Kelly offered a rare insight into her marriagr and private life with husband Scott Moore before the Lionesses won the Euros England forward Chloe Kelly made headlines during the Women's Euros 2025 - not just for her on-pitch performance, but for a touching personal moment that offered fans a rare glimpse into her private life. As she prepared to come off the bench during a tournament match, cameras captured Chloe, 27, revealing custom shin pads featuring a photo from her wedding day. The romantic detail thrust her husband, Scott Moore, into the spotlight despite his typically low profile and desire to keep out of the public eye. Chloe and her husband Scott first met when she was playing for Everton and he was working as a groundsman. The pair connected after Kelly held a door open for him. 'He went on to message her on Instagram,' the couple previously shared. Their first date was far from glamorous but for Chloe, it was her most memorable first date ever. 'We got a little monkey and every time I see it, it reminds me of when we went to IKEA,' Kelly previously revealed as she reflected on the early stages of their relationship. The couple became engaged in December 2023 during a trip to Finnish Lapland. Moore proposed during a private husky ride beneath the Northern Lights. 'The easiest yes ever,' Kelly wrote in an Instagram post at the time. In July 2024, the pair were married in a ceremony at Merrydale Manor in Cheshire. Kelly wore a custom gown by Galia Lahav's Elysee line, described as a form-fitting lace design with a dramatic train. ' Creating Chloe's dress was a labour of love, capturing her vibrant spirit and timeless beauty,' said designer Sharon Sever. Her look was completed with a matching veil and Jimmy Choo heels. With their first anniversary coinciding with the Euros, Kelly admitted she hadn't yet made plans to mark the occasion. 'I haven't even got a card, to be honest,' she said ahead of the tournament. 'I'm sure in the moment, I'll think of something and get my mum to sort it.' She added: 'But no, we are just taking it each game as it comes and we've got a huge game coming up and we know that we need to be at our best for that, so not looking too far ahead. I'm sure Scott has, but I definitely haven't.' Before joining the England camp, Kelly and Moore took a short break in a seaside villa alongside teammate Gabby George, who is the cousin of Jesse Lingard, and her partner. The two couples enjoyed a final moment of relaxation before a packed summer of football in Switzerland. Chloe is currently celebrating the Lionesses huge win at the Euros over the weekend. And for Sarina Wiegman, it is a third successive European title, having won with England in 2021 and Netherlands in 2017. For her players, it is a second straight success, and a revenge mission accomplished against world champs Spain. The players celebrated into the night in Switzerland, starting the part on the pitch with fans after collecting their medals before heading into the bowels of the stadium in Basel to begin the party with pizza and beers. Lucy Bronze revealed she'd been playing through the tournament with a broken leg - but that wouldn't be stopping her from enjoying their success. 'I'll do some more dancing," said head coach Wiegman. "I'll have a drink but I don't think I'll drink as much as the players will do."
LBCI
5 days ago
- Politics
- LBCI
PM Salam thanks Macron for France's commitment to assisting Lebanon, renewing UNIFIL mandate
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam expressed gratitude to France for its steadfast support of Lebanon's security, sovereignty, and prosperity. In a post on X, he wrote, "I thank France for its ongoing support for Lebanon, its security, sovereignty, and prosperity. I return to Beirut reassured by President Macron's commitment to assisting Lebanon, renewing the UNIFIL mandate, and strengthening our bilateral relations, particularly in the fields of security, economy, education, and culture." أشكر فرنسا على دعمها المتواصل للبنان وأمنه وسيادته وازدهاره. أعود إلى بيروت مطمئنًا نتيجة التزام الرئيس ماكرون بمساعدة لبنان والتجديد لقوة اليونيفيل، وتعزيز علاقاتنا الثنائية لا سيما في مجالات الأمن والاقتصاد والتعليم والثقافة. @Elysee @EmmanuelMacron — Nawaf Salam نواف سلام (@nawafasalam) July 24, 2025
The National
5 days ago
- Politics
- The National
Lebanon's Salam reassured by Macron's 'constant support'
Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said he took reassurance from French President Emmanuel Macron's 'commitments to help Lebanon', after Thursday's meeting in Paris. The first official visit of the international judge turned Lebanese Prime Minister to France focused on the former colonial power's role shaping the diplomatic and security agenda facing the leadership in Beirut. Mr Salam and Mr Macron discussed the upcoming renewal of the mandate of a UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon, Unifil, as well as bilateral security and economic ties. 'I thank France for its constant support to Lebanon, its security, sovereignty, and prosperity,' Mr Salam said on X. The purpose of the visit was to reaffirm the diplomatic relationship between the countries. 'They will also discuss the need for full compliance with the ceasefire, particularly with regard to the complete withdrawal of Israeli forces,' the Elysee said ahead of the meeting. The Elysee said they would also discuss Israel's ongoing war on Gaza, which has killed nearly 60,000 Gazans. Lebanon's Hezbollah became involved in the war out of solidarity with Hamas, which led attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023, killing around 1,200 Israelis. After months of exchanges of fire and strikes across the border, Israel launched a campaign on Lebanon in September 2024 that killed most of Hezbollah's senior and mid-ranking leadership, followed by a ground invasion. It was estimated that about 3,800 people had been killed by the time of a November ceasefire. It was in this context of a weakened Hezbollah, which is backed by Iran, that Mr Salam, a former judge at the International Court of Justice, became Prime Minister a few months later. Despite a ceasefire brokered by the US and France in November, Israel continues to strike Lebanon. Last week, heavy Israeli air strikes killed 12 people, including five Hezbollah fighters, in eastern Lebanon. The US has submitted a proposal to the Lebanese government aimed at securing Hezbollah's disarmament within four months in exchange for Israel halting air strikes and withdrawing troops from positions its forces still hold in south Lebanon. Under the terms of the ceasefire, Lebanon's armed forces were to confiscate 'all unauthorised arms', beginning in the area south of the Litani River – the zone closest to Israel. There is a view among western countries that these efforts have not moved fast enough.
Kuwait Times
14-07-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
French presidency underscores significance of Amir's official visit
Kuwaiti-French ties marked by strategic partnership and shared vision PARIS: The French Presidency on Sunday affirmed the special significance of the official visit by His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah to France — his first since assuming leadership of the State of Kuwait. In a statement to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), the Elysee Palace stressed that the visit underscores the depth of historical relations and serves to reinforce the longstanding comprehensive partnership between the two friendly nations. The statement highlighted that the visit reflects the mutual desire of both countries to bolster cooperation across a wide range of sectors, including diplomacy, defense, economy, education, health, culture and scientific research. It noted that the visit is rooted in the robust bilateral ties characterized by mutual trust and respect, and represents a reaffirmation of the shared commitment to advancing this strategic partnership. The Elysee added that the visit will also strengthen coordination in addressing regional challenges and will include His Highness the Amir attending the Bastille Day military parade on July 14 alongside French President Emmanuel Macron. His Highness is also scheduled to hold a working luncheon with the French leader at the Elysee Palace. Kuwaiti-French relations, the statement noted, are founded on historic solidarity, with France being among the first countries to recognize Kuwait's independence and offering vital support during the 1991 liberation. This historical support has laid the foundation for enduring political trust and continued high-level engagement between the two nations. The two sides maintain close cooperation in international forums and share converging views on several global issues, particularly on the respect for international law and the promotion of mediation and peaceful conflict resolution. On the economic front, bilateral trade between Kuwait and France reached approximately €2.8 billion (around $3.27 billion) in 2023, with France ranking as Kuwait's fourth-largest trading partner in Europe. French companies maintain a strong presence in Kuwait, particularly in the sectors of infrastructure, energy, and construction. Cultural and educational ties also continue to thrive, with France supporting the French language and culture in Kuwait through institutions such as the French School and the French Institute. More than 1,000 students benefit from joint academic programs, while a growing number of Kuwaiti students pursue higher education in France. In the health sector, leading French medical institutions — including the Gustave Roussy Institute — are contributing to the development of Kuwait's healthcare services through specialized projects and technical consultations, reflecting expanding collaboration in public service and development fields. Relations between Kuwait and France stand as a model of enduring friendship and strong partnership, the Elysee emphasized, noting both nations' mutual commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation in a manner that supports regional and global stability. Earlier Sunday, His Highness the Amir departed Kuwait, heading to Paris on an official visit. He is accompanied by an official delegation that includes Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Al-Yahya, Director General of the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority Sheikh Dr Meshaal Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and a number of senior state officials. — KUNA
Arab Times
13-07-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Kuwait Amir begins historic France visit
PARIS, July 13: His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, accompanied by an official delegation, arrived in France on Sunday for an official visit. His Highness the Amir was received upon arrival at the airport by Minister of Health Dr. Ahmad Al- Awadhi, Kuwait's Ambassador to France Abdullah Al-Shaheen, the head of security and safety of Paris airports, Stephane Daguin, the French Embassy's Military Attache to Kuwait Colonel Francois Dickes, along with the Kuwaiti Embassy staff and heads of affiliated and technical offices accredited in the French capital, Paris. His Highness the Amir is accompanied by an official delegation that includes Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Al-Yahya, and Director General of the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority (KDIPA) Sheikh Dr. Meshaal Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and several senior state officials. The visit by His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al- Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah to France will be of great importance, adding to the illustrious ties linking the two countries, said Kuwait Ambassador to France Abdullah Al-Shaheen on Sunday. Speaking to KUNA, Al-Shaheen affirmed that the visit, upon the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron, would explore more venues of cooperation, solidifying the six-decade strategic partnership and shared vision of both countries. The visit also comes at a time when France is celebrating its national day on July 14, he added, noting that it would exemplify the strength of ties and eagerness to open new horizons of cooperation. The Kuwaiti diplomat affirmed that commercial and economic relations had expanded, especially within renewable energy, technology, and green economy, domains that were in line with Kuwait's development vision 2035. He also stressed that cultural and scientific exchange had increased within recent years, asserting that the Kuwaiti embassy in France would carry on its missions to bring both countries closer in terms of mutual interests and benefits. Meanwhile, the French Presidential Palace (Elysee) affirmed that His Highness the Amir of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah's visit to France embodied the deep historical ties and distinguished partnership between the two friendly countries. The Elysee, in a statement obtained by KUNA, said that this visit, the first by His Highness to France since assuming power, came within the framework of strong relations based on trust and mutual respect. The two sides seek to develop their relations in a way that enhances the strategic partnership in various sectors, including diplomacy, defense, the economy, education, health, culture, and scientific research. The Amir's visit also comes as the two countries celebrate the 65th anniversary of their relations in 2026, an occasion that affirms the depth of the historical ties between the two countries. His Highness will visit Paris on Sunday and Monday to attend the official military parade marking France's National Day (Bastille Day) on July 14, alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, and then the two will meet up at the Elysee Palace for a work lunch. France was among the first countries to support Kuwait's independence and actively contributed to its liberation in 1991, strengthening ties of political trust and laying a solid foundation for growing Kuwaiti-French relations. The two countries are keen to strengthen this relationship through high-level meetings and ongoing cooperation in international forums, where their views converge on many issues, particularly respect for international law and support for mediation and dialogue efforts to resolve disputes peacefully. On the economic front, the amount of trade exchange between the two countries reached approximately EUR 2.8 billion in 2023, with France ranking fourth among Kuwait's European trading partners, with French companies active in the fields of infrastructure, energy, and construction. In the cultural field, France continues to support the French language and culture in Kuwait through the French School and the French Institute, with more than 1,000 students benefitting from joint educational programs, while Kuwaiti students participate in academic and university programs in France. Additionally, French medical institutions such as the Gustave Roussy Institute, contribute to supporting the Kuwaiti health sector through technical consultations and specialized projects. Kuwaiti-French relations are an example of a strong partnership and long-standing friendship, which both sides are keen to continuously develop to enhance bilateral cooperation and support stability in the region and the world.(KUNA)
