French prosecutors demand over €1 million in fines and up to eight-year prison terms for Lafarge's executives accused of financing jihadists in Syria to keep their cement plant running.
Two suspects to face trial in 2026 following arrests of about twenty buyers of pedopornographic dolls online in France, amid investigations targeting platforms like Shein and AliExpress.
Recent assaults against women on Paris public transport have led to prison sentences for attackers and a regional mobilization for improved safety measures.
CGT leader Sophie Binet faces legal action after calling CEOs 'rats leaving the ship,' sparking complaints and raising debate over free speech and corporate responsibility in France.
Five individuals, including minors, were arrested near Tours for homophobic ambushes that caused significant injuries, with trials upcoming in early 2026.
Two dangerous inmates escaped from Dijon prison by sawing through cell bars amid warnings of severe overcrowding and declining security conditions.
France escalates legal measures targeting e-commerce platforms AliExpress, Joom, Shein, and others for selling illegal pedopornographic dolls and weapons.
France is suing AliExpress and Joom for selling illegal pedopornographic dolls, while demanding a suspension of Shein's operations amid broader legal scrutiny of e-commerce platforms for illegal product sales.
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.
A 2018 security audit exposed major vulnerabilities at the Louvre, particularly a balcony exploited during the October 2025 theft of France's crown jewels, while new arrests in the ongoing investigation have been made.
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.
Two arson attacks targeted buildings in Rillieux-la-Pape near Lyon this weekend, prompting investigations into possible criminal motives amid rising local violence.
Four suspects linked to the disruption of the Israel Philharmonic concert in Paris face charges including dangerous property degradation and possession of incendiary devices, amid subsequent clashes outside a police station.
The Oléron vehicle attack suspect faces attempted murder charges amid investigations highlighting his impaired mental state and abandoned links to terrorism allegations.
French customs begin comprehensive inspections of all Shein packages arriving at Paris airport amid legal actions over non-compliant and illegal items.
The Lafarge terrorism financing trial has been postponed to November 18 due to procedural irregularities involving a defendant's referral order extending beyond permissible dates.
Shein faces legal action and public criticism in France after selling illegal weapons and controversial child-like dolls; BHV maintains partnership despite backlash.
Two police officers at the Bobigny tribunal have been charged with rape, prompting local lawyers to suspend activities and call for investigations into detention center conditions.
France faces a surge of violent crimes, including fatal stabbing, assault on a military firefighter, police-involved chases, and a major gold refinery robbery.
Two Bobigny police officers face charges of rape and sexual assault against a detained woman, with contested claims of consent complicating the case.
Two more suspects have been charged following the audacious jewel theft at the Louvre, raising the number of accused to five as the stolen items remain missing.
French authorities have arrested multiple suspects following dramatic heists at the Louvre and a Lyon gold refinery, recovering stolen goods and continuing investigations.
Paris authorities have arrested five more suspects connected to the 88 million euro Louvre jewelry heist, although the precious items remain missing amid ongoing investigations.
Five days after the Louvre robbery, security concerns escalate as thieves remain fugitives and the German lift manufacturer involved controversially promotes its equipment used in the heist.
France records 272,400 domestic violence victims in 2024, mostly women, with physical violence dominating the cases and regional disparities noted.
Laurence des Cars, Louvre's president, testified before the Senate acknowledging security failures after the 2025 imperial jewel theft, defending her management, and revealing her unaccepted resignation.
Following the Louvre’s $88 million jewel theft, security practices, institutional leadership, and additional museum damage are under heightened scrutiny in France.
Following the swift theft of nine crown jewels at the Louvre, museum director Laurence des Cars faces Senate questioning as security failures prompt closure and government scrutiny.
The 2025 Louvre heist saw four suspects steal eight priceless jewels in eight minutes, revealing security failures and triggering a major investigation.
The Louvre jewellery theft has sparked broad political criticism over security shortcomings and calls for ministerial accountability.
The October 19, 2025 robbery at the Louvre exposed critical security failures, leading to international criticism and closure of the museum while investigations and security reviews continue.
Areva, renamed Orano, is being prosecuted for negligence in connection to the 2010 kidnapping of French nationals in Niger, highlighting failures in employee security measures.
A group of thieves executed a rapid jewelry robbery at the Louvre Museum on October 19, 2025, prompting museum closure and ongoing investigation.
Recent legal actions highlight significant threats to public safety in France, including school threats and metro assaults.