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abcnews.go.compolitics10 hrs ago
France to License Ukrainian Production of Three French Missile Systems
France will grant Ukraine licenses to manufacture AASM guided bombs, SCALP cruise missiles, and ASTER surface-to-air missiles inside Ukraine. The licenses cover domestic production of the three systems rather than continued reliance on imports.
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Al Jazeeraworld12 hrs ago
France Orders Nationwide Review of 88,000 Child Abuse Cases After Failures in 11-Year-Old’s Murder Investigation
Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin directed prosecutors to examine every open complaint by July 14 after an inquiry found delays in handling accusations against the suspect in Lyhanna's killing. Protests and a petition have demanded broader reforms to child protection laws.
rt.comworld15 hrs ago
French military helicopters conduct final practice flight over Paris
Tiger helicopters completed a rehearsal flyover above the Champs-Elysees. The aircraft are preparing for a scheduled parade on Tuesday.
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France 24world17 hrs ago
Tiger Helicopters Scheduled to Fly Over Paris July 14 Parade
Four Tiger helicopters that recently destroyed Iranian Shahed drones in the Middle East will participate in the Bastille Day flyover. France 24 reported the aircraft are scheduled to pass over the French capital in less than 24 hours.
en.rfi.frworld22 hrs ago
Wildfire Burns 1,900 Acres in Fontainebleau Forest South of Paris
A large wildfire began late Sunday afternoon in the Fontainebleau forest about 40 miles southeast of Paris. Officials described the blaze as very virulent and of exceptional scale. Firefighting operations continue as the fire spreads amid the region's third heat wave since May.
winnipegfreepress.comworld1 day ago
Fontainebleau Wildfire Prompts Evacuations Near Paris; Spain Reports 26 Wildfire Deaths Across Two Fires
A wildfire in France's historic Fontainebleau forest on Monday forced neighborhood evacuations and closed a highway section southeast of Paris. In Spain, two wildfires killed 13 people total, with 10 still missing from the Bedar blaze near Almeria.
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Los Angeles Timespolitics1 day agoUpdated
Macron Inaugurates Dreyfus Statue in Paris on Exoneration Anniversary
French President Emmanuel Macron unveiled a statue of Alfred Dreyfus outside the Palace of Justice on July 12, 2026. The event marked 120 years since the captain's exoneration and included a new national commemoration day.
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France 24world1 day agoUpdated
French Prosecutors Open Investigation After Weapons Found in Car Near Sarcelles Synagogue; No Explosives Detected
Anti-terrorism prosecutors launched an inquiry Sunday into weapons discovered in a stolen vehicle parked near a synagogue in the Paris suburb of Sarcelles. Three hundred residents were evacuated from the area Saturday evening.
csmonitor.combusiness1 day ago
France Limits Nuclear Output at Three Plants but Grants Heatwave Exemption at Bugey
France's main energy provider shut down three reactors and reduced output at eight others on July 12 to meet environmental regulations during a heatwave. The Economy Ministry granted a temporary exemption for one plant to maintain grid security.
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news.google.comworld1 day ago
France and UK Agree to Increase Border Staffing for EU Fingerprint Checks
France and the UK have agreed to deploy additional staff at Channel border points to reduce delays from the EU entry-exit system. The measures follow warnings of major disruptions expected next weekend. The EU rejected requests to suspend the checks.
The Independentworld1 day ago
Paris Court Upholds Le Pen Conviction, Shortens Ban
The ruling allows Marine Le Pen to seek the French presidency in 2027 despite a shortened ban and requirement to wear an ankle bracelet. An Ifop poll shows her leading early first-round projections at 36 percent.
washingtonpost.comtechnology2 days ago
French Court Upholds Le Pen Conviction but Shortens Election Ban, Allowing Her Candidacy
Marine Le Pen extended her lead in a voter preference poll for France's April presidential election after appeal judges shortened a prior ban on her candidacy. The far-right candidate declared her run this week following the Paris court ruling.
politics2 days ago
French Appeal Court Upholds Le Pen Verdict but Shortens Office Ban
A Paris appeal court upheld Marine Le Pen's conviction for misappropriating European Parliament funds. The court reduced the five-year ban on holding public office to fifteen months, counting time already served.
slate.compolitics2 days ago
Ségolène Royal Joins Socialist Primary Race Alongside Other Candidates
Ségolène Royal, the Socialist Party nominee in 2007, announced her candidacy for the October primary. Party members had approved the selection process days earlier. Raphaël Glucksmann has not declared publicly.
France 24world2 days agoUpdated
Eiffel Tower and Two Paris Museums to Close Early This Weekend Amid Heatwave
The Eiffel Tower will close at 4 pm on Saturday and Sunday. The Louvre will close at 4 pm from Friday through Monday, and the Musée d'Orsay at 5 pm from Saturday through Wednesday. Météo-France placed 24 northwestern departments under red heat alert on Saturday.
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France 24world2 days ago
France Recorded 6% to 9% Drop in Movement During June Heatwave
Mobile phone data analyzed for Le Monde showed reduced travel across France during the second heatwave of 2026. The analysis compared signals from the week of June 19-25 with averages from the prior year.
ndtv.comworld2 days ago
Statue of Alfred Dreyfus to be installed in central Paris on July 12
The bronze sculpture of the French army officer, created in 1985, will stand on Rue de Harlay opposite the cour de cassation. It had previously been moved between several sites in Paris since its completion.
BBC Newsworld3 days ago
Le Pen and Bardella Announce 2027 Presidential Ticket After Court Ends Office Ban but Orders Electronic Tag
Marine Le Pen said on July 7 she would run for president in 2027 and pair with Jordan Bardella. A Paris court had just ended her office ban while ordering an electronic tag for one year.
news.sky.comworld3 days ago
France Places 24 Departments on Red Heat Alert as Heatwave Continues
Twenty-four departments in northwestern France and the Paris region will enter red heat alert status on Saturday, with 56 departments on orange alert. Officials expect the high temperatures to last until at least July 16.
news.sky.comworld3 days ago
UAE's E& to sell Vodafone stake to French telecoms tycoon Niel for nearly $6 billion
UAE's E& agreed to sell its stake in Vodafone to a French telecoms tycoon for nearly $6 billion. The transaction involves a major telecommunications holding and a European operator.
citizen.co.zasports3 days agoUpdated
Mbappé Downplays Ankle Knock After France Defeats Morocco 2-0
Kylian Mbappé said he suffered a knock on his ankle during France's 2-0 World Cup quarterfinal win over Morocco on Thursday in Foxborough, Massachusetts. A source told ESPN there are no concerns about the injury.
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france24.comfinance3 days ago
France June CPI Rises 1.8 Percent Year Over Year
France's final consumer price index for June increased 1.8 percent from a year earlier. The month-over-month reading declined 0.3 percent, exceeding the expected drop.
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asiaone.comsports3 days agoUpdated
France Beats Morocco 2-0 to Reach World Cup Semi-Finals
France scored twice in six minutes during the second half to defeat Morocco 2-0 in Boston. The win sends France into the semi-finals as the first team to advance.
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news.sky.comsports4 days ago
England Defender Receives Two-Match Ban After Red Card
FIFA imposed a two-match suspension on an England defender for a tackle during the round of 16. France advanced past Morocco in a quarterfinal match that featured multiple goals from one player.
news.sky.compolitics4 days ago
Marine Le Pen Announces 2027 Presidential Run After Court Reduces Ban
Marine Le Pen said she will seek France's presidency in 2027 and named Jordan Bardella as her prospective prime minister. A Paris appeal court reduced her electoral ban to 15 months with time served, allowing her candidacy despite a conviction for misusing EU funds.
arynews.tvscience4 days ago
France Experiences Early Extreme Heat; Cities Test Adaptation Measures
France is enduring its third heatwave of the season before Bastille Day, with hospitals strained, wildfires spreading, and riverbeds drying. Officials are examining how existing buildings and water systems can be adapted for extreme heat.
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worldsoccertalk.comsports4 days ago
Referee Issues Yellow to Olise but No Cards to Paraguay in France Win
France's appeal against Michael Olise's booking was rejected by FIFA. The Bayern Munich player has five assists at the 2026 World Cup and would miss the semi-final with another yellow. Morocco will also be without Ismael Saibari for the match.
news.sky.compolitics5 days ago
Saudi Esports Tournament Opens in Paris for Seven Weeks
The Esports World Cup began in Paris on July 8 with an opening ceremony at La Seine Musicale. The event runs through August 23 and features nearly $75 million in prize money across 24 games.
worldsoccertalk.comsports5 days ago
FIFA rejects France appeal over Olise yellow card
FIFA upheld the booking shown to Michael Olise during France's World Cup last-16 win over Paraguay. France coach Didier Deschamps confirmed the decision on Wednesday ahead of the quarterfinal against Morocco.
france24.compolitics5 days ago
French Parliamentary Report Criticizes UK Border Deals and France's Migration Policy
A parliamentary inquiry published Wednesday criticized France's migration policy along the northern coast. Communist MP Elsa Faucillon, the rapporteur, said 40 years of security-focused deals with the United Kingdom have failed to reduce crossings.
abcnews.go.comworld5 days ago
French Court Affirms Le Pen's Eligibility to Run for President, Suspends Electronic Tag Order
Marine Le Pen said on 7 July 2026 she will run for president in 2027 and will appeal her embezzlement conviction. A Paris appeal court found her guilty of misusing €2.8m in EU funds but allowed her to stand while wearing an electronic tag.
The Independentworld5 days ago
22-Year-Old French Volunteer Firefighter Dies Fighting Savoie Wildfire
A 22-year-old volunteer died on duty overnight in Savoie as wildfires burned across southern France and neighboring countries. France and Portugal activated the EU Civil Protection Mechanism over the weekend.
france24.comworld5 days ago
French government unveils 55-measure plan to fight racism and discrimination
The plan, covering 2026-2029, includes training for teachers and police, expanded student visits to memorial sites, and monitoring of convictions for racist acts. Officials presented the measures at the National Library in Paris on July 6.
abcnews.go.comai5 days ago
ZML Releases LLM Inference Server Compatible With Multiple Chip Types
French startup ZML launched ZML/LLMD, a free inference server that runs open-source models on Nvidia, AMD, Google TPU, Apple Metal and Intel Arc hardware. The product is not open source. TechCrunch reported the details.
france24.comsports5 days agoUpdated
France Meets Morocco in 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal at Gillette Stadium
The quarterfinal opens on Thursday, July 9, at 4 p.m. ET in Foxborough, Massachusetts. France enters after a 1-0 round-of-16 win over Paraguay; Morocco advanced as the last African team remaining.
sana.sypolitics6 days ago
French officials say country ready to help rebuild Syria's economy
French officials stated they remain prepared to assist with Syria's economic reconstruction despite recent explosions. The announcement follows a period of renewed diplomatic engagement between France and Syrian authorities.
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Al Jazeerapolitics6 days ago
Paris Court Lifts Most of Le Pen Office Ban After Embezzlement Appeal
A French appeals court upheld Marine Le Pen's embezzlement conviction but suspended three-quarters of her five-year ban on seeking office. Le Pen announced she will run for president in 2027.
abcnews.go.comworld6 days ago
Appeals Court Upholds Le Pen Conviction but Shortens Ban, Allowing 2027 Run
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen said Tuesday she will run for president in 2027. An appeals court upheld her embezzlement conviction but shortened the ban on holding office.
finance5 days agoUpdated
French Court Affirms Marine Le Pen's Eligibility to Run for President Despite Electronic Tag
A Paris appeal court ruled that Marine Le Pen can stand in the 2027 presidential election despite a conviction for misusing EU funds. She confirmed her candidacy and said she will appeal the sentence requiring her to wear an electronic tag for one year.
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Al Jazeerapolitics6 days ago
French Appeal Court Reduces Marine Le Pen Office Ban to 15 Months
An appeals court upheld a conviction for misuse of European parliamentary funds but shortened the office ban and prison term. The ruling allows Le Pen to seek the presidency in principle while requiring electronic monitoring.
technology6 days ago
French Prosecutors Open Investigation Into Racist Posts About Mbappe
French prosecutors opened an inquiry after the French Football Federation filed a complaint over social media posts by a Paraguayan senator. The posts followed Paraguay's World Cup loss to France.
abcnews.go.comworld6 days agoUpdated
Appeals Court Upholds Le Pen Conviction but Reduces Ineligibility, Making Her Eligible for 2027 Election
A French appeals court on July 7, 2026, upheld Marine Le Pen's 2025 embezzlement conviction while reducing her ineligibility period. The ruling leaves her eligible to run in the April 2027 presidential election despite a reinstated house-arrest requirement.
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news.sky.comworld6 days ago
Explosions Occur in Damascus During French-Syrian Meetings on Reconstruction
Explosions took place in Damascus on July 7 while French and Syrian officials held talks on reconstruction contracts. The French president had already left the hotel and was at the presidential palace when the blasts occurred.
france24.comworld6 days ago
Blasts Wound 18 in Damascus but Macron’s Syria Visit Continues Uninterrupted
Two improvised explosive devices detonated near the Ministry of Tourism and a hotel hosting French President Emmanuel Macron on July 7, 2026. Syria’s Interior Ministry reported 18 wounded, including four police officers, with the blasts occurring outside the designated security z…
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upi.compolitics6 days ago
France Appeal Court to Rule on Marine Le Pen EU Funds Case and Office Ban
France’s appeal court is scheduled to issue its verdict July 7 on Marine Le Pen’s 2025 conviction for misusing European Parliament funds. The outcome will determine whether the five-year office ban stands ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
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jpost.compolitics6 days ago
NATO Summit Opens in Ankara as French Court Rules on Le Pen Eligibility
NATO leaders gather in Ankara for their annual summit while a Paris appeals court prepares to rule on Marine Le Pen's five-year ban from public office. The meetings coincide with discussions on defense spending targets and Ukraine's request to produce U.S.-made Patriot missiles.
Al Jazeerapolitics5 days agoUpdated
Paris Appeals Court to Rule on Marine Le Pen's Eligibility for 2027 French Presidential Run
Marine Le Pen confirmed she will seek the French presidency next year and appeal a court ruling to the highest court. A Paris appeals court will decide Tuesday whether a five-year office-holding ban remains in effect.
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news.sky.comworld7 days ago
Court Delivers Verdict on Marine Le Pen Embezzlement Case
A French court will rule Tuesday on whether to uphold Marine Le Pen's embezzlement conviction. The decision will decide if the far-right leader can run in the 2027 presidential election.
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nypost.comworld7 days ago
Masked Burglars Smash Cases and Steal Jewelry from Lalique Museum
A crew of masked thieves broke into the Lalique Museum in Wingen-sur-Moder, northeastern France, around 5:30 a.m. Sunday and stole roughly 20 pieces of jewelry. The museum, which opened in 2011, will close for several days while investigators review CCTV footage.
app.buzzsumo.comworld7 days ago
EU Says French Social-Media Age Limit Needs Changes to Comply with Digital Services Act
The European Commission on July 6 said a French draft law banning social media for minors under 15 overlaps with the Digital Services Act and cannot take effect without amendments. France must revise the measure to comply with EU rules before any approval after August 10.
France 24world7 days agoUpdated
Convicted Frenchman Admits Killing Wife in Letter from Prison
Cédric Jubillar, 38, sentenced to 30 years last October for murdering his wife Delphine, has confessed responsibility in a letter disclosed by his lawyer on July 6. He said he is prepared to lead investigators to the location of her body, which has never been found.
France 24world7 days ago
France examines prevention of sexual violence after femicide case update
A suspect in a 2020 disappearance admitted to the killing and offered to help locate the body. The development comes amid broader discussion in France about violence against women and children.
France 24politics7 days ago
Edouard Philippe Draws About 5,000 to First Major 2027 Campaign Rally at Adidas Arena
Edouard Philippe staged his initial large-scale campaign event July 5 at the Adidas Arena in northern Paris. The former prime minister drew roughly 5,000 supporters while seeking to consolidate centrist and conservative support ahead of the April 2027 vote.
jamaica-gleaner.comsports8 days ago
France Beats Paraguay 1-0 on Mbappé Penalty to Reach World Cup Quarterfinals
France beat Paraguay 1-0 in the World Cup round of 16 on July 4 in Philadelphia. Kylian Mbappé scored the lone goal from a penalty in the 70th minute amid 100-degree heat. The result sends France to a quarterfinal against Morocco.
forbes.combusiness8 days ago
Bernard Arnault and Wife Ordered to Pay €22.5 Million in Additional Taxes
A Paris court ruled that LVMH chief executive Bernard Arnault and his wife owe nearly €22.5 million in back taxes and related charges for 2010 and 2012-2015. The decision was published July 2 and will be appealed.
world8 days ago
Thousands Protest in Narbonne After 17-Year-Old Killed by Group of Minors
@MarioNawfal reported that thousands protested in Narbonne, France, against what they called lax justice after a 17-year-old foster child named Louis was beaten to death. The incident involved a filmed gang ambush by youths including minors and has prompted debate over juvenile s…
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abcnews.go.comworld8 days ago
Wildfires Burn Over 17,000 Hectares in France, Spain and Portugal
Hundreds of firefighters battled forest fires across three countries on Sunday as temperatures climbed toward 40 degrees Celsius. The blazes have already consumed more than 17,000 hectares of land.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics8 days agoUpdated
Paris Appeals Court to Rule Tuesday on Marine Le Pen Embezzlement Appeal
The decision will determine whether the National Rally leader can stand in the 2027 French presidential election. Le Pen is appealing a 2025 conviction for misusing European Parliament funds to pay party staff.
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+1world9 days ago
Man Arrested After Hanging U.S. Flag on Eiffel Tower on July 4
A man scaled the Eiffel Tower in Paris on Saturday and hung a U.S. flag between the second and third floors. Police arrested the climber, removed the flag and briefly evacuated sections of the site. The incident occurred on the 250th anniversary of American independence.
Euronewspolitics9 days ago
Thousands Gather in France to Protest Handling of Child Sexual Violence Cases
Demonstrations took place across France on Saturday after the rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl. Protesters called for systemic reforms to address dismissed complaints and stalled investigations.