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PoliticsOct 13From Paris to Marseille, high school protests continue across FranceStudent protests continue across France, with marches taking place in cities including Lille and Marseille while pupils in Paris stage fresh school blockades using wheelie bins. Demonstrators are calling for better learning conditions, saying government measures announced so far have failed to address their concerns.France 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 13France should seek rebate on EU contribution, says presidential candidate RetailleauThe conservative leader says France should get money back from the bloc given the dire state of its public finances.Politico Europe
WorldOct 13Broken children: France confronts crisis of sexual violence against minorsIn France, a new "comprehensive law" aims to strengthen preventative measures, the judicial process and support for child victims of sexual violence. Yet advocacy groups, lawyers, and healthcare professionals point out that the legislation has numerous shortcomings. We take a closer look in this edition of France in Focus. Warning: viewers may find parts of this report disturbing.France 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 13France: Student protesters want to 'keep the pressure up on the government'Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Paris on Tuesday in support of high school students protesting poor classroom conditions. The mobilisation brought together not only students but also teachers, unions, political figures and activists, including Greta Thunberg, from across the country. Protesters say they want to maintain pressure on the French government, insisting their demands remain unmet. FRANCE 24's Claire Paccalin has the latest from the demonstration in Paris.France 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 13France votes on sexual violence billFrance’s National Assembly is set to vote on a comprehensive bill to tackle sexual and gender-based violence. The proposed legislation would create specialised police units to investigate sexual crimes, broaden the definition of incest, and introduce penalties for stalking and sending unsolicited explicit images. It also includes school interviews aimed at detecting abuse and violence. If adopted, the law would come into force in 2032. While the bill has broad political support, some NGOs have expressed disappointment with the final draft, arguing that key measures have been weakened or removeFrance 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 13France prepares for rocky budget debate as Socialists vow to fightFrench Socialist MPs planned Tuesday to reject the government's first 2027 budget proposal at the opening of debates in the Assemblée Nationale. The government called on its opponents not to derail efforts as it treads a fine line between reassuring debt markets and containing anger over spending cuts.Le Monde [en]
WorldOct 13Preserving Lebanon's stories amid war: France's Lebanese Film FestivalThis Tuesday evening sees the start of the sixth edition of France's Lebanese Film Festival. The festival opens at the Elysées Lincoln cinema in Paris, with Nadim Tabet's supernatural thriller "In This Darkness I See You". This year's edition will also feature a retrospective of the work of actress and director Nadine Labaki, including her Oscar-nominated film "Capernaum". In Perspective, we spoke to festival president Sarah Hajjar.France 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 13France intercepts Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tanker in operation off Réunion IslandFrance’s navy has boarded an oil tanker suspected of helping Russia evade Western sanctions in an operation hundreds of kilometres south of the French Indian Ocean territory of Réunion Island.RFI [en]
PoliticsOct 13In France, new day of demonstrations against learning conditions, teaching gapsFrench students are protesting overcrowded classes and timetables, teacher shortages, and calling for reforms or the abolition of Parcoursup, the university admissions platform. Although school blockades have declined, incidents continue around some high schools. A demonstration has now started in Paris, from Place d’Italie towards Les Invalides, as Claire Paccalin reports from the scene.France 24 [en]
ConflictOct 13Russia condemns France's seizure of alleged sanctions-busting oil tankerA day after French naval forces in the Indian Ocean boarded the vessel, which Paris alleges was part of the Russian 'shadow fleet' to evade Western sanctions over the Ukraine conflict, Moscow's embassy in the French capital accused France of breaching international law.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsOct 13‘My son was killed’ France faces backlash over proposed police firearms lawAs protests nationwide protests rage, activists warn proposed law could lead to more impunity.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsOct 13France: climate activist Greta Thunberg joins teens on new day of school protestsFrench students are taking to the streets for a fourth consecutive week of protests over poor school conditions, including teacher shortages, overcrowded classrooms and deteriorating facilities. Backed by trade unions and university students, the movement has led to school blockades and clashes with police. Swedish activist Greta Thunberg joined a demonstration near Paris, while around 200 schools were reported closed amid the mobilisation. FRANCE 24's Clovis Casali has the latest from the ground.France 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 13'Our future is being robbed': Greta Thunberg joins France student protests against school conditionsFrench students say they are determined to press the government to address the problems of too many absent teachers, dilapidated buildings, overcrowded class schedules and other grievances.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsOct 13France votes on sweeping bill to combat sexual and gender-based violenceFrance’s National Assembly is voting on a comprehensive bill to tackle gender-based and sexual violence, following public outrage over the rape and murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna. The proposed law includes stronger investigations, specialised police units and courts, and dedicated support for child victims. However, campaigners and lawmakers warn that funding remains uncertain, while several measures have been dropped over budget concerns.France 24 [en]
WorldOct 13Air France says it will follow Israeli rule barring crew from some nationsReported restrictions could put airlines that comply with Israel at odds with anti-discrimination laws in their nations.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsOct 13France braces for fresh nationwide student demonstrationsFrance prepared for nationwide demonstrations on Tuesday as students continued protesting poor classroom conditions. Supported by trade unions and the far-left France Unbowed party, the mobilisation includes a march in Paris and rallies in other cities. Blockades had already disrupted central Paris, while authorities and protesters remained concerned about possible violence.France 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 13France braces for fresh nationwide student demonstrationsHigh school students unions, backed by university students, labor unions, and some left-wing opposition parties, are demanding better learning conditions. Swedish activist Greta Thunberg was spotted at a protest in a Paris suburb.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsOct 13France braces for fresh nationwide student demonstrationsFrance readied on Tuesday for fresh nationwide demonstrations supporting students who have been protesting poor classroom conditions for weeks, with authorities and participants wary of further violence. The…Japan Today
BusinessOct 12France to become Eramet’s top shareholder after raising stakeFrance is set to become the largest shareholder in Eramet after increasing its stake in the company. This signifies a notable shift in the ownership and influence over the corporation.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsOct 12Center-left internal politics in France: MEP Raphaël Glucksmann defeated the socialist old guardWith 88.88 percent participation, the MEP widely surpassed leaders like Olivier Faure and Ségolène Royal. His goal is to convene a broad left coalition that excludes La France Insoumise to confront the far right.Clarín
PoliticsOct 12France’s far right leader visits Ceuta amid migration debateFrance’s far-right leader Jordan Bardella begins a two-day visit to Spain with a stop in Ceuta, where a mass migrant influx reignited debate over immigration.Africanews [en]
WorldOct 12Stolen Renoir paintings found behind wall in France following arrestsRenoir art heist suspects were planning 'imminent' second robbery, prosecutors say.Al Jazeera [en]
CyberOct 12Hackers attacked supermarkets in France and raised refrigerators to 50 degrees: there were fires and food lossesA cyberattack affected the connected refrigeration systems of hundreds of French supermarkets. In about 150 Intermarché stores, refrigerators reached 50 degrees for six hours and all food had to be discarded. Similar attacks occurred in the Netherlands.Clarín
PoliticsOct 12Chad-France: Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno expected at the Élysée by Emmanuel MacronLe président tchadien atterrit à Paris en provenance de N’Djamena ce 12 octobre. Il doit rencontrer son homologue français, Emmanuel Macron, dès le lendemain. C’est déjà la troisième rencontre entre les deux hommes depuis le mois de janvier.Jeune Afrique
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