The French National Assembly has approved an amendment for 2026 that transforms the wealth tax IFI into a tax on unproductive wealth, expanding its scope and sparking renewed debate.
French lawmakers adopt amendment to tax non-productive wealth while broader ultra-rich taxation proposals face deadlock in budget 2026 talks.
A series of political controversies and alliance talks are shaping the political scene in Gironde ahead of municipal elections, highlighting local disputes and public reactions.
French deputies from diverse parties unexpectedly united to revise the Impôt sur la fortune immobilière, expanding it to financial assets and excluding primary residences, amid political controversy.
France faces political and fiscal challenges as a new €26 billion tax on multinationals sparks controversy amid high budget deficits and government coping strategies.
France's National Assembly rejects the Zucman tax on ultra-wealthy assets amid political tensions and promises to adjust social benefits to appease allies.
France debates higher taxes on wealthy households and corporations amid OECD's lowest tax competitiveness ranking.
Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin’s prison visit to Nicolas Sarkozy has led to a formal complaint alleging conflict of interest and undermining judicial impartiality.
For the first time since 1958, the French National Assembly adopted a far-right RN resolution, breaking its long-standing political isolation.
The French National Assembly debated the Zucman wealth tax and pension reform suspension on October 31, revealing sharp political divides over fiscal policy and social security reforms.
France has implemented a strategic "war economy" policy to rapidly adapt its economic and industrial capacities in support of military readiness amid growing concerns about future high-intensity conflicts in Europe.
The French National Assembly narrowly passed a resolution denouncing the 1968 Franco-Algerian agreements, highlighting shifting right-wing alliances in France and sparking mixed reactions in Algeria.
France's new consent-based rape law redefines sexual assault, prompted by a high-profile case and aiming for cultural and legal transformation.
The French National Assembly's narrow adoption of an RN-backed resolution to denounce the 1968 Franco-Algerian immigration agreement complicates diplomatic efforts with Algeria and triggers political controversy at home.
The French National Assembly narrowly approved an RN resolution calling on France to denounce the 1968 Franco-Algerian agreements, a historic yet symbolic political move with no binding legal effect.
France has passed a landmark reform introducing a consent-based definition of rape, aiming to improve prosecution and promote a culture of consent.
Justice Minister Darmanin's recent visit to incarcerated ex-president Sarkozy raises questions of judicial independence and political propriety.
The French National Assembly narrowly adopts an RN resolution denouncing the 1968 Franco-Algerian agreements, highlighting political divisions and absenteeism of key deputies.
France has adopted a landmark legal reform defining rape on the basis of consent, setting new standards for sexual violence laws and victim protection.
The French National Assembly sees intense opposition to proposed increases in medical franchises within the 2026 Social Security budget, reflecting political divides and public discontent.
In the wake of the Louvre theft, a Senate commission reveals outdated surveillance tech and expired permits at the museum, calling for AI-powered security enhancements.
France's 2026 budget proposals to limit sick leave durations face strong opposition amid ongoing parliamentary debates and union criticism.
Recent protests and parliamentary tax debates in France illustrate escalating tensions over economic policies and union activism.
Three Bulgarian suspects face trial in Paris for vandalizing a Holocaust memorial in an operation linked to Russia's broader efforts to destabilize France ahead of 2027 elections.
Paris’s 2026 municipal election campaign reveals a divided right contrasting with the left’s slow push for unity, setting up a potential political alternation after years of socialist rule.
The 2026 French budget debates feature contentious discussions on the Zucman tax amid advancing behavioral taxes on alcohol and tobacco, with political divisions shaping the legislative process.
Minister Rachida Dati highlights €200 million budget cuts to culture sector and unveils a new fund for heritage site security amid fiscal challenges in 2026 plans.
Jordan Bardella's new book marks his political independence as RN gains municipal ground with first-time candidates in key regions.
Les Républicains and La France Insoumise leaders outline critiques and strategic visions ahead of France's 2027 elections amid political polarization.
The French government and Socialist Party are entering a showdown over the Zucman wealth tax proposal in the 2026 budget debates, with government opposition focusing on protection of professional assets.
France’s National Assembly adopts a contentious 26 billion euro tax on multinational profits in the 2026 budget, sparking political and legal debate.
Tense negotiations in the French Parliament focus on the controversial Zucman tax and inheritance reforms amid 2026 budget debates, with government and left-wing factions at odds over fiscal justice measures.
Brigitte Macron's daughter testified in court about the negative health effects and family impact caused by cyberharassment spreading false rumors about the First Lady.
The proposed 2026 tax on animal experimentation in France faces criticism for threatening scientific research and academic freedom amid growing political and social pressures.
France's 2026 budget discussions focus on extending the Dutreil pact to help small business employee buyouts and contentious debates over the wealth-targeting Zucman tax, highlighting political divisions and economic priorities.
Unédic urges the government to reduce state financial withdrawals from unemployment insurance funds in 2026 to prevent a projected 1.3 billion euro deficit.
France faces a looming decline in its active workforce around 2035 due to demographic trends, alongside rising unemployment, challenging employment and pension systems.
Ten individuals on trial for online harassment against Brigitte Macron claim their actions were humor and satire amid widespread transphobic rumors.
Sharp disagreements between La France insoumise and Parti socialiste complicate 2026 budget talks, especially over taxation and reform suspensions.
Ten individuals stand trial in Paris for cyberharassment of Brigitte Macron, focused on false claims about her gender and age difference with the President.