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WORLDAug 19'Charred' body found in southern France identified as influencer Sonia BellinaThe Nîmes public prosecutor, Cécile Gensac, said that two men had been arrested on Wednesday and "placed in police custody because of evidence suggesting their direct or indirect involvement in the events."EuroNews [en]
WORLDAug 19France launches new investigation into surgeon convicted of mass child sex abuseLe Monde [en]
CYBERBREAKINGAug 19France probes tax database massive cyberattackFrance 24 [en]
HEALTHAug 197,300 excess deaths and counting as France battles historically hot summerSouth China Morning Post
DISASTERAug 19New data show more than 7,300 excess deaths in France's historically hot summer so farHealth agency Santé Publique France released data on Wednesday showing more than 7,300 excess deaths have occurred to date in a summer marked by three heatwaves in quick succession.Le Monde [en]
BUSINESSAug 19Woman lawfully dismissed after working remotely from FranceA woman was legally dismissed from her job after working remotely from France. This case highlights issues related to remote work policies and employment law across borders.employeebenefits.co.uk · United Kingdom
WORLDAug 19How to plan your holidays - and pont - in France in 2026 / 27This article offers guidance on how to plan holidays and make the most of long weekends in France during 2026 and 2027. It provides practical advice for future travel arrangements.thelocal.fr · France
POLITICSAug 19France denounces Israeli minister Gaza remarks as unbearable and inhumane – Middle East MonitorFrance has strongly criticized an Israeli minister's remarks regarding Gaza, deeming them unbearable and inhumane. This indicates international diplomatic tensions surrounding the rhetoric concerning the Gaza region.middleeastmonitor.com · Israel
CONFLICTAug 19Germany and France condemn Israeli minister Ben-Gvir's 'inhumane' call to kill GazansLe Monde [en]
POLITICSAug 19France to expel two Iranian diplomats in retaliation for detention of embassy staff in TehranFrance, whose relationship with Iran has been strained, announced the expulsion of two Iranian diplomats. The retaliatory measure follows the detention of two French embassy staff members and the arrest of two Iranian graphic designers in Tehran.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSAug 19France: President Emmanuel Macron signs assisted dying lawThe government must now publish the implementing decrees before the right to assisted dying can actually be put into effect.EuroNews [en]
DISASTERAug 19In drought - stricken France , tankers supply drinking waterTankers are being used to supply drinking water in drought-stricken France. This measure is necessary to address water scarcity in affected areas.dw.com · Germany
DISASTERAug 19In drought-stricken France, tankers supply drinking waterFrance is seeing water shortages in regions that usually have plenty of supply. This summer's extreme heat is exposing how unprepared much of the country, and Europe, is for increasing water scarcity.DW News [en]
WORLDAug 19Fires and 'megaboats' fuel tensions over Channel crossings in northern FranceSince the beginning of 2026, the number of attempted crossings to England has fallen sharply, but larger boats have created significant safety problems. Meanwhile, some locals have accused migrants of starting fires.Le Monde [en]
CONFLICTAug 19DIPLOMATIC RETALIATION : France Expels Two Iranian Diplomats After Attack On French Officials In TehranFrance has expelled two Iranian diplomats as a measure of diplomatic retaliation. This action follows an attack on French officials in Tehran.theyeshivaworld.com · United States
POLITICSAug 18France to expel two Iranian diplomats : foreign ministerFrance's foreign minister announced the country's decision to expel two Iranian diplomats. This action indicates a significant deterioration in diplomatic relations between the two nations.al-monitor.com · Israel
POLITICSAug 18France to expel two Iranian diplomats as arrests row heightensParis is to expel two Iranian diplomats serving in France following the banning by Iran of two French diplomats posted to the embassy in Tehran, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said Tuesday. He said Iran's treatment of the French diplomats briefly arrested in Tehran last month over accusations of "interference" in Iran's internal affairs was "intolerable".France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 18France to expel two Iranian diplomatsFrench Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said the move was a consequence of the 'intolerable' treatment of French diplomats who were briefly detained last month in Tehran.Le Monde [en]
WORLDAug 18France's 1998 World Cup Patrick Vieira appointed Senegal head coachVieira's main mission will be to revitalize the team after Senegal's bruising loss to Belgium in the last 32 of the World Cup.Le Monde [en]
WORLDAug 18Champagne harvest starts early in France as heatwave speeds ripeningAerial and close-up footage shows an early Champagne grape harvest in Tours-sur-Marne as heatwaves force smaller crews and faster picking schedulesEuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 18France 2027 election : Russia denies interference , calls anti - Russian policy doomed to failure Russia has denied interference in France's 2027 election, asserting that anti-Russian policies are 'doomed to failure.' This highlights ongoing tensions and allegations of foreign influence in democratic processes.aa.com.tr · Turkey
WORLDAug 18France's Vieira appointed head coach of Senegal national football teamFormer France midfielder Patrick Vieira has been appointed Senegal coach, succeeding Pape Thiaw following the team's World Cup elimination. Born in Dakar, the 50-year-old takes charge of a national team for the first time after coaching in England, France and Italy. Vieira will begin his tenure next month as Senegal prepares for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.France 24 [en]
DISASTERAug 18Heatwaves damage Monet's gardens in the North of FranceThe succession of heatwaves in France this year has played havoc with plants and husbandry, including in Claude Monet's celebrated home and gardens at Giverny, in Normandy. Some of the garden's most famous attractions have been damaged by the heat, as our colleagues at France 2 and Oliver Farry explain.France 24 [en]