In Paris, recent far-right extremist graffiti and racist threats online have prompted judicial investigations and mayoral legal action to combat hate and extremism.
Mediapart releases authenticated 2013 messages implicating Jordan Bardella in antisemitic remarks, which he denies and challenges legally.
The trial of Lakhdar M. for the feminicide of Assia B., found dismembered in Paris, begins July 6 amid national attention.
France is considering legal action against Israel for the treatment of Gaza flotilla activists while facing domestic political tensions linked to pro-Palestinian activism, including threats against a French deputy.
The Paris court has suspended the police ban on the 2026 annual Muslim gathering, citing lack of sufficient evidence and upholding freedom of assembly rights.