The conviction of former President Nicolas Sarkozy has reignited populist distrust in French politics, evoking the historical 'Tous pourris' sentiment and raising concerns about democratic faith.
Facing internal divisions and the rise of the far-right, France's left-wing political forces struggle to unify ahead of the 2027 presidential election, with calls for a collective project and potential candidacy of Raphaël Glucksmann.
France's budgetary impasse raises alarms over rising debt costs and fiscal uncertainty, with both national leaders and the European Commission calling for urgent action.
President Macron announces a voluntary ten-month military national service for French youth to enhance defense readiness and youth engagement.
President Macron has introduced a new voluntary 10-month military service for French youth, starting in summer 2026, to enhance national defense amid rising global security threats.
Surveys reveal increasing French public dissatisfaction with high taxes and perceived inefficiencies in public spending in 2025.
The French National Assembly overwhelmingly opposes the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, urging government action ahead of December votes due to concerns over agriculture and climate.
France, led by President Macron, is reinstating a voluntary military service for youth to strengthen defense against Russian threats, aligning with European trends and addressing political and security challenges.
France advances child-focused public policy through a new practical guide for local officials and community-driven initiatives in Seine-Saint-Denis.
TF1 teams with YouTuber Gaspard G to produce political podcasts aimed at engaging young voters ahead of France's 2027 presidential election.
The French government has obtained a postponement of Shein's court hearing over accusations of selling illegal products, with the next hearing scheduled for December 5 and a ruling expected by end of December.
A stalemate in the mixed commission has pushed the 2026 Social Security financing bill back to the National Assembly for further debate, highlighting ongoing political divisions.
The French government released a comprehensive guide for local officials on child-friendly policies, while Agen's leftist municipal program outlines concrete measures to improve children's welfare ahead of the 2026 elections.
France announces 61 new France Services centers opening in 2026, expanding citizen access to local public administrative support nationwide.
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.
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