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France Opens Championship of Nations Against Fiji Amid Injury Hurdles. XV de France kicks off their 2026 Championship of Nations in Lyon, aiming to navigate injury setbacks and test new tactics as they prepare for the 2027 Rugby World Cup with key match against Fiji.

France Braces for Another Protest Wave with Tight Security on November 7. Unions, students, and 'gilets jaunes' gear up for large demonstrations across France, prompting authorities to enforce strict security measures and business precautions.

Zidane Calls Up 23 Players for November Nations League Clashes. Zinédine Zidane reveals his squad for crucial Nations League matches against Italy and Turkey, balancing player returns with notable absences due to injuries in the new squad announcement.

Bus Crash in Ain Leaves Two Dead and Nearly 30 Injured. A tragic accident in Lent, Ain, claims two lives and injures 29, with the driver now in custody after reportedly falling asleep behind the wheel.

France Faces Fourth Weekend of Protests with Major Paris Demonstrations. Youth unions, trade unions, and banned Yellow Vests unite for large-scale protests in Paris, marking the continuation of nationwide unrest on November 7, 2026.

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