A deputy mayor in Chelles was attacked with a gasoline bottle amid ongoing nationwide protests involving thousands of students, prompting official condemnations and arrests.
Students and educators in France continue their protest actions against the Parcoursup reform after a stalled government meeting, with new strikes planned for November 10 and broader sector mobilizations on November 17.
Rallies in Trappes and La Verrière mark divided political responses following a racial attack in Yvelines, with left-wing leaders attending Trappes and right-wing politicians attending La Verrière.
French cities Rouen, Le Havre, and Épinal ramp up security for October 31 demonstrations with restricted gatherings, drone surveillance, and bans on alcohol and fireworks.
The French government announces up to 10,000 euros in aid for businesses affected by recent protests and reinforces security measures ahead of weekend demonstrations.
Attacks linked to extremism and enforced bans on protests mark rising tensions during France's 2026 presidential campaign.
La France Insoumise is demanding apologies and concrete political responses from Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu over the October 17 unrest and calls for socio-economic reforms.
Prime Minister Lecornu's meetings to address October 2026 unrest faced union demands for political solutions and La France insoumise's vow to disrupt the session amid broad political criticisms and curfews.
President Macron refuses resignation of Interior Minister after violent October protests, acknowledging failures and launching crisis management amid political turmoil.
Following the violent October 17 protests in France, Donald Trump and JD Vance attribute the unrest to immigration, calling for stricter border controls.
Police in Eure faced criticism for excessive use of tear gas against anti-pesticide protesters, including vulnerable individuals, reflecting a stringent government strategy amid ongoing legal debates.
France advocates for unified international counter-terrorism actions, emphasizing human rights and tackling emerging technological threats in radicalization.
The massive migrant influx in Ceuta in 2026 triggered EU leaders' emergency meeting, amplified border controls, and debates over Schengen's role while social media's influence and far-right reactions added complexity.
The Paris administrative court rejected Xenia Fedorova's urgent appeal against her expulsion and asset freeze, citing insufficient proof of urgency or necessity to leave Paris amid accusations of spreading Russian disinformation.
A prolonged heat wave has triggered warnings across 16 French departments while SNCF faces 70 million euros in losses amid robust profits.
Christophe Rivenq, mayor of Alès, was evacuated from his home after receiving threats from the criminal group DZ Mafia, prompting a national investigation and increased security measures.
After PSG's Champions League win, far-right groups exploited the ensuing unrest to spread divisive and racially charged narratives targeting working-class youth.
CGT Éduc’Action calls March 28 protests denouncing imperialist militarism, right-wing extremism, austerity in education, and police repression of students.