France Opposes EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Amid Political and Agricultural Turmoil
France opposes the EU-Mercosur trade agreement amid strong agricultural protests and political challenges, as the EU approves the deal without French support.
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Liberal Doctors in France Intensify Strike and Reject Health Minister’s Meeting Amid Healthcare Strain
Liberal doctors in France continue their strike, rejecting a proposed meeting with the Health Minister, while healthc...
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Liberal Doctors in France Intensify Strike and Reject Health Minister’s Meeting Amid Healthcare Strain
Liberal doctors in France continue their strike, rejecting a proposed meeting with the Health Minister, while healthcare services face disruption amid peak flu season and nationwide protests.
France Opposes EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Amid Political and Agricultural Turmoil
France opposes the EU-Mercosur trade agreement amid strong agricultural protests and political challenges, as the EU approves the deal without French support.
LFI Files Motion of Censure Against French Government Over Mercosur Deal and International Policy
La France insoumise has filed a censure motion against the French government, criticizing its handling of the Mercosur trade deal and international policy, reflecting heightened political tensions over French sovereignty and international standing.
Paris Farmers Stage 'Opération Escargot' Protest Against Mercosur and Livestock Culling Policies
Farmers and activists in Paris conducted a slow-moving tractor protest demanding an end to mass livestock culling and opposing the Mercosur trade deal amid a growing agricultural crisis.
France Leads Opposition Amid Farmers' Protests Against EU-Mercosur Trade Agreement
France's government stands against the EU-Mercosur trade deal amid farmers' protests, as the EU moves toward finalizing the agreement despite dissent.
France Opposes Mercosur Agreement as Political Turmoil Unfolds
President Macron confirms France's opposition to the Mercosur agreement amid political protests and RN's motion of censure against the government.
French Agricultural Unions Intensify Protests Against Mercosur Deal and National Policies
French agricultural unions escalate protests in Paris and beyond, denouncing Mercosur and current policies, demanding clearer future agricultural strategies.
French Farmers' Union Coordination Rurale Launches Nationwide Protests Against Government Policies and EU-Mercosur Deal
Coordination Rurale farmers launch nationwide protests, including fuel depot blockades and Paris demonstrations, opposing French agricultural policies and the EU-Mercosur trade deal.
Hundreds of Farmers Protest in Paris Amid Tractor Convoys and Political Tensions
Around 100 tractors and protesting farmers sparked tense scenes in Paris on January 8, confronting political figures and police as they opposed trade deals and cattle disease policies.
Coordination Rurale Farmers Rally with Tractors in Paris Against Mercosur Deal and Government Policy
Farmers from Coordination Rurale bring tractors into Paris to protest the Mercosur deal and government policies, causing major city disruptions despite official bans.
French Farmers Intensify Protests Amid Rising Tensions and Government Crackdown
French agricultural protests escalate with tractor convoys pressing towards Paris and blockades near Toulouse amid government bans and police interventions.
Farmers in Toulouse Intensify Protests Against EU-Mercosur Deal Amid Government Impasse
Farmers in Toulouse escalate protests against the EU-Mercosur trade deal, causing major blockades and demanding government action as France struggles to resist the agreement.
Mayor of Fréjus Files Complaint After Antisemitic Graffiti Incident
David Rachline, mayor of Fréjus, filed a complaint after antisemitic graffiti targeting him appeared near a football stadium, echoing earlier incidents against regional officials.
France Faces Ongoing Farmer Protests Over Cattle Vaccination and Police Crackdown on Unauthorized Paris Fireworks
Persistent farmer road blockades over cattle vaccination continue amid ongoing government response, while Paris police arrest 40 following an unauthorized fireworks display in December.
Political Instability Emerges as France's Defining Event of 2025, Survey Reveals
A survey reveals that nearly half of French citizens view political instability as the most significant event of 2025, with differing priorities among political groups for 2026.
French Farmers Meet President Macron Amid Fierce Opposition to EU-Mercosur Trade Deal
French agricultural unions meet President Macron amid strong opposition and protests against the EU-Mercosur trade agreement affecting local farming and livestock.
French Government Endorses Livestock Culling Amid Declining Farmer Protests Over Contagious Nodular Dermatitis
France backs cattle culling to combat DNC as farmer protests lessen but continue in the Southwest, with ongoing government-farmer dialogue.
Farmers' Protests Persist in Southwest France Amid Government Livestock Culling Policy
Farmers in Southwest France maintain protests against government livestock culling policies despite some lifted blockades and calls for a Christmas truce.
French Government Faces Mixed Reactions Amid Agricultural Protests Over Bovine Dermatophilosis
French agricultural protests over bovine dermatophilosis continue amid government financial support and criticism from unions.
French Farmers Persist with Road Blockades Amidst Government Calls for Christmas Truce
French farmers persist with road blockades in the South-West, defying the government’s call for a Christmas truce amid disputes over bovine dermatose management and agricultural policies.
Paris Court to Investigate Former Police Prefect Lallement Over Gilet Jaune Protest Injury
The Paris Court of Appeal has mandated a probe into ex-police prefect Didier Lallement's role in a 2019 protester's injury amid the gilet jaune demonstrations.
French Farmers Protest EU-Mercosur Deal and Disease Management with Vegetable Dump at Macron's Villa
Farmers protested France's agricultural policies and EU-Mercosur trade deal by dumping vegetables outside President Macron's villa, amid ongoing nationwide mobilizations.
French Chefs Rally Behind Farmers Amid Nodular Dermatitis Crisis as Blockades Ease
Prominent French chefs back farmers protesting nodular dermatitis management, while some farm blockades are peacefully lifted amid ongoing agricultural tensions.
French Farmers Protest Mercosur Trade Deal Ahead of January Signing
French farmers demonstrate against the EU-Mercosur trade deal at President Macron's residence while the agreement's signing is postponed to January due to agricultural sector opposition.
France Faces Intensifying Agricultural Crisis Amid Protests and Delivery Disruptions
French farmer protests against EU-Mercosur trade deal and disease culling measures cause delivery delays and public dissatisfaction amid government efforts.
Agricultural Protests Disrupt Traffic and Rail in Auch, Prompting Government Response
Agricultural protests in Auch have caused major traffic and rail disruptions, leading to ongoing government response and frequent public updates.
French Farmers Intensify Protests Against Mercosur Agreement and Disease Management
French farmers are intensifying protests against the EU-Mercosur deal and the government's management of a contagious livestock disease, demanding an end to culling and protections for domestic agriculture.
French Government Convenes Crisis Talks Amid Escalating Farmer Protests Over Contagious Nodular Dermatitis
France faces widespread agricultural protests and major highway blockades over the handling of contagious nodular dermatitis in cattle, prompting government crisis talks and a vaccination expansion plan.
Nodular Dermatitis Outbreak Challenges French Agriculture Amid Rising Farmer Protests
France confronts an outbreak of contagious nodular dermatitis in cattle, triggering government containment measures and farmer protests amid concerns over the agricultural sector's future.
France Opposes EU-Mercosur Trade Deal as EU Commission Pushes for December Agreement Amid Farmer Protests
France opposes the EU-Mercosur trade agreement due to farmer concerns as the European Commission pushes for a December signing amid protests and calls for political clarity.
France Seeks Delay on EU-Mercosur Trade Agreement Amidst Rising Agricultural Protests
Amid strong opposition from French farmers and unions, France has requested a delay in the EU vote on the controversial EU-Mercosur trade agreement due to concerns over insufficient protections for local agriculture.
France Faces Major Industrial Setbacks and Agricultural Unrest Amid Livestock Disease Crisis
France confronts critical industrial losses with Brandt's liquidation and escalating agricultural protests amid contagious livestock disease outbreaks.
French Cattle Farmers Protest DNC Culling Protocol Amid Rising Tensions in the South-West
French cattle farmers in the South-West protest harsh DNC culling rules, escalating tensions before a ministerial visit amid fears of losing healthy herds and traditions.
French Farmers Intensify Protests Over Bovine Dermatose Policies Amid Agricultural Crisis
French farmers are protesting government bovine dermatose policies, demanding lighter protocols amid an ongoing agricultural crisis that has led to widespread road blockades and calls for policy reforms.
French Farmers Protest Government's Culling Policy Amid Contagious Nodular Dermatitis Outbreak
French farmers stage major protests against government culling policy to combat contagious nodular dermatitis, with political leaders backing their cause amid tensions over disease control measures.
Escalating Farmer Protests and Expanded Control Zones Amid New Nodular Dermatitis Outbreak in Southern France
New nodular dermatitis outbreaks in Haute-Garonne have intensified farmer protests and expanded government control measures in southern France.
Farmers Intensify Protests Across France Against Total Culling Policy for Contagious Nodular Dermatitis
French farmers protest nationwide against government livestock culling policy for contagious nodular dermatitis, demanding vaccination over mass euthanasia.
French Government's Controversial Strategy to Combat Contagious Nodular Dermatitis Sparks Farmer Protests
The French government's measures to control contagious nodular dermatitis through systematic culling and expanded vaccination zones face strong farmer opposition amid rising concerns about the disease's spread.
200 Cattle Culled in Ariège Amid Nodular Dermatitis Outbreak as Farmers Protest
About 200 cattle were culled in Ariège due to a nodular dermatitis outbreak, triggering farmer protests and prompting government vaccination zone expansion.
Intensified Protests in Ariège Over Contagious Nodular Dermatitis Culling Measures
Protests flare in Ariège as farmers clash with police over mandatory cattle culling caused by contagious nodular dermatitis, amid calls for alternative measures and vaccination campaigns.