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France injects €70M to cushion 2026 energy cost surge. The French government launches a €70 million emergency plan to support sectors hit hardest by the 2026 energy crisis with immediate financial aid.

French Red Cross debuts 'Catakit' amid rising climate threats. As air quality in Ile-de-France worsens, the French Red Cross introduces the 'Catakit' emergency kit to tackle increasing natural disasters and climate-related health risks.

Ekitike out of 2026 World Cup; France reshuffles squad. Hugo Ekitike’s Achilles rupture sidelines him from the 2026 World Cup, with Randal Kolo Muani stepping in and Antoine Griezmann confirming no return from retirement.

Mahdieh Esfandiari heads back to Iran as France frees detainees. Following her conviction, Esfandiari returns to Iran alongside the release of French nationals, signaling possible prisoner exchange negotiations.

France women stumble in World Cup qualifiers after loss to Netherlands. A 2-1 defeat drops France’s women’s team to second place, setting up a crucial rematch to regain top spot in qualifiers.