All major indices in Europe closed Tuesday in positive territory, except France.

The STOXX Europe 600, which includes around 90% of the market capitalization of the European market in 17 countries, rose 1.54 points, or 0.33%, to close at 468.58.

London's FTSE 100 increased 13 points, or 0.19%, to 7,217, while Germany's DAX 30 gained 41 points, or 0.27%, to 15,515.

France's CAC 40 was the only index that posted a decline as it fell 3 points, or 0.05%, to end the day at 6,669 points.

Italy's FTSE MIB 30 rose 64 points, or 0.25%, to 26,333.

Spain's IBEX 35 showed the largest gain of the day -- increasing 60, or 0.67%, to close at 8,996./aa