French President Emmanuel Macron reiterates France's leadership role and climate commitments ahead of COP30, advocating multilateralism and safeguarding French interests in trade agreements.
France's National Assembly debates the 2026 Social Security budget, suspending pension reform and approving key tax amendments amid ongoing fiscal discussions.
Monique Barbut signals willingness to make structural efforts supporting public policies in France’s 2026 budget, garnering positive response from senators.
Matthieu Valet will lead the Rassemblement national in Lille's 2026 municipal election amid a fragmented left and post-Martine Aubry era.
France escalates regulatory action against Shein through suspension procedures and major customs inspections targeting safety and compliance issues.
The French National Assembly unexpectedly repealed the 5 billion euro C3S industrial tax during the 2026 budget debate, marking a significant and surprising fiscal shift.
France initiates a suspension procedure and judicial inquiry targeting Shein following the brand's Paris store opening amid fast fashion controversies.
Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez addresses controversial police violence at Sainte-Soline protest, announces investigation amid serious injuries to protesters.
France demands urgent European sanctions against Shein following discoveries of illegal content and pushes for a platform ban amid ongoing regulatory challenges.
French senators debate transforming France into a federal republic, with advocates highlighting decentralization and territorial strategy.
Amnesty International warns of regressive abortion policies across Europe amid rising anti-rights activism and systemic barriers to care.
The 2026 French budget debate heats up with MoDem-led tax reforms on wealthy assets and sharp political confrontations between Gérald Darmanin and RN leader Jordan Bardella.
Iran continues to use hostage diplomacy against France, blending judicial manipulation with political bargaining, as recent detainee exchanges illustrate.
Amiens city council refuses to pay politically engaged music group Sidi Wacho after a Palestine dedication at a public concert, sparking debate on artistic freedom and neutrality.
The EU secures a major climate deal with a 90% emissions reduction target by 2040 ahead of COP30, amid political concessions and mixed reactions.
Shein faces legal action and public criticism in France after selling illegal weapons and controversial child-like dolls; BHV maintains partnership despite backlash.
French hostages Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris have been released from Iranian detention after more than three years but remain unable to leave the country as diplomatic efforts for their full return continue.
France investigates Shein over sales of childlike sex dolls, threatening a ban while the retailer removes offending products and faces protests.
After over three years of imprisonment on espionage charges in Iran, French nationals Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris have been released and are on their way back to France, announced President Macron.
The French National Assembly debates the 2026 budget amid social security reforms, industrial concerns, and political tensions.
As the French National Assembly reaches the midpoint of the 2026 budget debate, financial updates and a deputy's health incident highlight the session's intensity and challenges ahead.
Budget impasse in the French Assembly intensifies political disputes and threatens Franco-Algerian diplomatic ties as the RN gains parliamentary influence.
French authorities threaten to block Shein over its sale of childlike sex dolls amid protests against its new Paris store, following judicial referrals and public outcry.
France's 2026 budget reforms expand the wealth tax base beyond real estate and introduce a flat 1% IFI rate, targeting luxury assets and unproductive wealth to boost revenue from high earners.
France threatens to ban Shein and summons the company to parliament following the sale of illegal child-like sex dolls, while also probing buyers and e-commerce controls.
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu seeks closed-door talks after left parties boycott budget negotiations, while deputies reinstate the exit tax to curb evasion.
Political tensions and procedural delays mark the fraught negotiations over France's 2026 budget, with sharp accusations exchanged over tax reforms and legislative deadlocks.
The French Cour des comptes warns of a record 23 billion euro social security deficit for 2025 and highlights uncertainties in government recovery plans ahead of parliamentary review.
France’s 2026 budget debates in the National Assembly face major hurdles with thousands of amendments and risk missing the year-end adoption deadline as government officials seek consensus amid political tensions.
France threatens to ban Shein from the market if child-like sex dolls are sold again, citing legal investigations and ongoing regulatory scrutiny.
The 2026 budget law debates in the French National Assembly are disrupting traditional political divisions, revealing new cross-party collaborations and potential realignments.
Algeria views the French National Assembly's resolution denouncing the 1968 migration agreement as an internal French matter, stressing it does not currently affect Algerian-French relations directly.
The 2026 French budget proposal has sparked political clashes, unexpected legislative alliances, and industrial protests over tax hikes and austerity measures.
RN deputy Sébastien Chenu criticizes the 2026 French budget and immigration policies, calling for the National Assembly's dissolution amid tensions with Algeria.
EU citizens are currently able to participate in consultations on 56 initiatives, offering their feedback in various languages, which the European Commission uses to inform policy making.
The 2026 budget's revenue section faces delays as the Assembly suspends its examination to focus on Social Security and pension reform discussions.
France approves a modest new 'unproductive wealth' tax amid complex 2026 budget negotiations marked by political deadlock and party tensions.
Jean-Luc Mélenchon criticizes the Socialist Party for aligning with center-left Renaissance, opposing recent budget changes and impacting election support.
France's 2025 budget talks are marked by heightened parliamentary debate following the government's decision to avoid article 49.3, amid challenges in securing approval without a clear majority.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu postpones the Zucman tax debate to the next presidential election amid contentious 2026 budget talks.