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POLITICSAug 31The political year ahead in France and the US with analyst Hind ZianeAs FRANCE 24 kicks off its new season of programmes, we've been looking ahead to perhaps the two most anticipated events to come in the year ahead. In two months' time the US will vote in midterm elections, and in just over six months' time France will vote in presidential elections. In Perspective, we spoke to geopolitical analyst, entrepreneur and international speaker Hind Ziane. She says the midterms will be a real test for US President Donald Trump, while in France it is the parties with clear presidential candidates in place that are currently dominating the opinion polls.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 30France: Far-right and far-left lead pollsOn April 18 and May 2 next year, France will vote to elect a new president to replace Emmanuel Macron. The outgoing president, who has served two terms, cannot run again, while the latest opinion polls are predicting a victory for Marine Le Pen of the far-right National Rally. Although the election is still more than seven months away, several potential candidates have already thrown their hats into the ring and announced their candidacies, including far-left candidate Jean-Luc Mélenchon and former centre-right Prime Minister Édouard Philippe. But do any of them stand a chance of beating the fFrance 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 29Bardella , Faure , Lecornu , Hollande , Philippe : Political season begins in FranceProminent political figures like Bardella, Faure, Lecornu, Hollande, and Philippe are mentioned as the political season begins in France. This indicates the start of a period of heightened political activity.euronews.com · United States
POLITICSAug 29Bardella, Faure, Lecornu, Hollande, Philippe: Political season begins in FranceBetween the 2027 presidential campaign and talks on the next budget, several leading French politicians were out in force on Saturday 29 August.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 27France's high school phone ban may take weeks to implementThe measure, now official, should come into force at the start of the school year, but it raises many practical questions in a highly digitalized school environment.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSAug 27Andy Burnham and France Emmanual Macron to plot Brexit reset | Politics | NewsKey political figures from the UK and France are reportedly planning discussions to re-evaluate or "reset" Brexit relations. This suggests ongoing diplomatic efforts to shape future international policy and cooperation.express.co.uk · United Kingdom
POLITICSAug 26Emo extends filing deadline after receiving too few candidates for council – Fort Frances TimesThis article states that the municipality of Emo has extended its candidate filing deadline for council positions due to an insufficient number of applicants. It reflects a local government administrative issue.fftimes.com · Canada
POLITICSAug 25EXCLUSIVE: France wants to limit Ukraine's non-European procurement with EU moneyFrance seeks time limits on Ukraine's derogations for non-EU defence purchases under €90bn loan, in push for European — and French — producers. Kyiv benefits from exemptions for Chinese and US parts.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 25Saudi Arabia , France back Palestinian state , call for Israel withdrawal from LebanonSaudi Arabia and France have jointly expressed support for a Palestinian state and called for an Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon. These statements reflect their diplomatic positions on the ongoing Middle East situation.tribune.com.pk · Pakistan
POLITICSAug 24France to press ahead with high school phone ban from next monthThe French government said on Monday it would press ahead with a ban on mobile phones in high schools from next month, but trade unions warned that the measure might be hard to implement quickly. In July, France’s parliament approved legislation banning both social media access for children under 15 and mobile phone use in high schools. It is part of a push by President Emmanuel Macron for children to spend less time in front of screens, which the government fears is arresting their...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 24With 'rare' Paris talks, France hopes to cash in on Saudi investment programmeSaudi's crown prince Mohammed bin Salman is in Paris to meet France's President Emmanuel Macron. The two leaders are to hold talks on a variety of topics, but first and foremost about the situation in the Middle East. For France, this is a chance to benefit from Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 investment plan. FRANCE 24's Clovis Casali is at the Elysée Palace and tells us more.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 24Algeria’s schools put Shakespeare before Molière in break from FranceAlgerian primary schools will begin teaching English before French for the first time, signalling a drift from France.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 24France's left fractures further as MEP launches presidential bidFrench centre-left politician Raphael Glucksmann announced his candidacy for France's presidential election next year, joining a crowded field of far-right figures, centrists and fellow left-wingers. Hard-left leader Jean-Luc Melenchon is planning to stand while Greens leader Marine Tondelier is campaigning while pregnant, socialist Party (PS) leader Olivier Faure and even possibly ex-president Francois Hollande are also mulling runs.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 24France readies high school phone ban for new termA ban on mobile phones in high schools could take effect as early as the start of the school year next week, government spokesperson Maud Bregeon announced.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSAug 24Raphaël Glucksmann announces candidacy for France's 2027 presidential electionThe founder of the center-left Place Publique party announced he would take part in a primary organized in October by the Parti Socialiste.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSAug 24France and Saudi Arabia hold talks ranging from Middle East to esportsMohammed bin Salman has arrived in Paris for a two-day official visit with French President Emmanuel Macron. Talks are expected to include the war in Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, as well as new energy routes to bypass the Strait. The two made an appearance at the closing ceremony of the Esports World Cup, held for the first time outside of Saudi Arabia but largely funded by Riyadh.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 24Iran calls France's decision to expel two Iranian diplomats 'illegal'Iran's foreign ministry on Monday said France's decision to expel two of its diplomats was “illegal”. France's move came in retaliation for Tehran's decision not to allow two French diplomats to return to its territory.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 24Strategic talks in Paris show France and Saudi Arabia 'need each other too much'The Saudi crown prince and French President Emmanuel Macron are to chair on August 24 the first meeting of the Saudi-French strategic partnership council, and a number of agreements arer expected to be signed. Among them are a new Dragon-Ball themed amusement park deal in the Paris region and the sale of French military equipment to the kingdom. FRANCE 24's Philip Turle tells us more on what to know about the talks.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 23Macron welcomes Saudi Crown Prince MBS for two - day France visitFrench President Macron is hosting Saudi Crown Prince MBS for a two-day visit to France. This event marks a significant diplomatic engagement between the two nations.parisguardian.com · France
POLITICSAug 23Saudi crown prince heads to France as Paris seeks closer Gulf tiesThe Saudi crown prince is traveling to France, as Paris aims to foster stronger relations with Gulf nations. This visit signifies diplomatic efforts to enhance international ties.bignewsnetwork.com · United States
POLITICSAug 23 I went to a migrant camp in France - everyone is heading to England | united kingdom | NewsA report from a migrant camp in France indicates a prevalent desire among migrants to reach England. This highlights a persistent issue regarding cross-border migration and asylum.express.co.uk · United Kingdom
POLITICSAug 22Over 100 ex-diplomats urge France, UK to sanction Israel over PalestineAn open letter demands a ban on arms transfers and a freeze on EU-Israel and UK-Israel trade agreements.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 22'France and the UK should act together to uphold international law in Palestine': An open letter by former French and British ambassadorsIn response to Israel's policy of occupation and destruction, around one hundred former representatives of France and the United Kingdom urge their governments to act through a series of sanctions aimed at safeguarding the rule of law.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSAug 22Climatologist Jean Jouzel: 'None of France's presidential candidates truly grasp the reality of global warming'The paleoclimatologist and former vice president of the IPCC's scientific panel worries that climate issues will be pushed aside once temperatures drop. In an interview, he urges presidential candidates to 'recognize the scale of this global challenge.'Le Monde [en]