Dominique de Villepin is a French politician and diplomat, born on November 14, 1953. He served as the Prime Minister of France from 2005 to 2007 and is known for his eloquent speeches and strong stance against the Iraq War in 2003, where he represented France at the United Nations. Before becoming Prime Minister, Villepin held various positions in the French government, including Minister of Foreign Affairs. He is also a member of the Union for a Popular Movement party and has written several books on politics and history, reflecting his deep interest in international relations.