Nicolas Sarkozy's conviction for illegal financing of his 2012 presidential campaign was upheld, imposing a prison sentence with electronic monitoring amid ongoing legal challenges.
France's government is considering tax cuts and investment in nuclear and renewable energy to lower electricity prices, amid complex political debate.
The French Senate adopted a revised version of the 2026 Social Security Financing Bill, cutting the projected deficit and reinstating a tax on health mutuals, setting the stage for upcoming negotiations with the National Assembly.
CNews Prime launches amid rising tensions with public broadcasters, coinciding with a National Assembly inquiry into public broadcasting's neutrality and financing.
Three individuals in Paris have been charged with espionage and interference operations favoring Russia, linked to the SOS Donbass association suspected as a cover for espionage.
Jordan Bardella advances his 2027 presidential campaign with a bestselling book tour and lively public appearances, strengthening his status as Marine Le Pen’s political heir.
On November 25, feminist activists in Paris honored victims of feminicides and challenged myths about violence against women on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
The French Senate rejected suspending the pension reform, deepening legislative clashes with the National Assembly over Social Security budget provisions.
President Macron calls on divided political parties to find common ground and end a historic budget deadlock in France’s National Assembly.
France’s parliamentarians unveil a broad transpartisan bill to toughen laws against gender-based violence and non-consensual sexual deepfake imagery.
President Emmanuel Macron urges parliamentary parties to compromise and build coalitions to resolve the deadlock over the 2026 budget, emphasizing optimism and responsibility.
Nancy's municipal elections approach amid LR disputes, key resignations, and strategic alliances among local parties.
The French Senate has approved a new two-month parental birth leave for each parent, effective January 1, 2027, aiming to enhance family support and task sharing post-childbirth.
France has introduced two major comprehensive legislative proposals with dozens of measures aimed at enhancing prevention, detection, and punishment of violence against women and children, marking a significant strengthening of protections just before the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has condemned political obstruction following the National Assembly’s rejection of the 2026 budget, calling for unity on key fiscal and security priorities.
Fabian Ruinet manages both the SME Guillerme and serves as mayor of Talant, exemplifying the dual challenges faced by local leaders balancing business and politics.
France's budget debate intensifies as political resistance stalls retiree contributions amid overwhelming social spending pressures.
A new parliamentary commission will meticulously investigate the neutrality and funding of French public audiovisual media, featuring testimony from prominent figures including former President Hollande.
Marine Le Pen remains determined to run as Rassemblement National's candidate in the 2027 presidential election despite a pending appeal against her legal ineligibility.
Yannick Jadot publicly distances himself from Marine Tondelier’s political direction and critiques ecology’s role ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
France plans to strengthen drug trafficking laws with new legislation and calls for a 60,000-strong police expansion to combat narcotraffic more effectively.
French President Emmanuel Macron pays homage to Robert Birenbaum, a WWII resistance fighter and Panthéon honoree, following his death at 99.
France’s government pushes for parliamentary compromise after the 2026 budget’s rejection, considering a special budget law as last resort to avoid financial crisis.
Boualem Sansal, released from Algerian prison after a year, will give his first interview on France 2, highlighting ongoing Franco-Algerian diplomatic tensions.
The 2026 budget faces criticism from Christelle Morançais and the Citizen Convention for its negative effects on youth and the call for political unity to protect children’s futures.
White marches across France honor Mehdi Kessaci, with broad political support calling for action against narcotrafic-related violence.
The French National Assembly has rejected the revenue section of the 2026 budget, prompting considerations of a provisional special law to ensure financial continuity as debates continue.
COP30 in Brazil faces a stalemate after the draft agreement omits fossil fuel commitments, drawing criticism from European countries and France’s ecological minister.
The French National Assembly voted almost unanimously to reject the 2026 state budget, sending it back to the Senate amidst a political deadlock and plans to possibly invoke constitutional measures for approval.
A large commemorative march for Mehdi Kessaci in Marseille will see strong participation from left-wing and government figures, underscoring political solidarity against drug trafficking.
The French National Assembly overwhelmingly rejected the revenue section of the 2026 finance bill, with only one deputy supporting it amid broad political opposition.
Memorial marches across France unify political leaders and citizens against narcotraffic following Mehdi Kessaci's death.
France’s 2026 budget faces significant delays and opposition in the National Assembly, risking late approval and fallback legislative measures.
In response to Mehdi Kessaci's assassination, France witnesses widespread political and public marches conveying unity against narcotrafic and honoring his memory.
Graffiti targeting a Palestine colloquium at Collège de France sparked an investigation and political backlash, leading to the event's venue change amid debates over academic freedom and accusations of anti-Semitism.
France grapples with rural ecological resistance while advocating for fossil fuel phase-out at COP30 amid international negotiation challenges.
Nicolas Sarkozy to release prison memoir on December 10, sharing reflections from his incarceration following conviction for illicit campaign financing.
LFI plans to contest over 500 municipalities in 2026 with a direct approach against leftist incumbents, while pushing social reform through VAT elimination on essentials amid parliamentary debate.
The French Senate reinstated critical measures including a CSG freeze for retirees and a tax on health insurance contributions to help reduce the 2026 Social Security deficit.
France faces a political impasse in its 2025 budget debate, prompting the government to propose a special law to unblock fiscal decision-making amid partisan tensions.
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