Throne Day: Christian Cambon praises Morocco's development model and stability

On the occasion of Throne Day, the president of the France-Morocco friendship group in the French Senate, Christian Cambon, highlighted the economic and social transformation undertaken by the Kingdom under the leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI. The French senator describes Morocco as a space of stability, security, and prosperity......

France plans new healthcare reimbursement reforms shifting costs to private insurers

The French government has launched a new phase of healthcare reimbursement reforms that would transfer a larger share of medical costs from the national health insurance system to supplementary private health insurers. The proposed measures form part of broader efforts to manage public healthcare spending while preserving access to essential......

Former Casino CEO Jean-Charles Naouri receives dismissal of rape and domestic violence case

Former Casino Group CEO Jean-Charles Naouri has received a dismissal order in an investigation into allegations of rape and domestic violence, according to a source close to the case. The decision concludes a judicial inquiry opened in 2023 after a complaint was filed by Naouri's wife, who joined the proceedings as a civil claimant. Investigation......

Saint-Denis mayor distances himself from Barbara Butch controversy amid antisemitism debate

The controversy surrounding French DJ and LGBT figure Barbara Butch has sparked further political debate in France, after Bally Bagayoko, the mayor of Saint-Denis, said he would not have invited the artist to his city, while rejecting accusations that his political movement tolerates antisemitism. The comments come after a concert by Barbara......

Aulas questions FFF communication as Zidane expected to take over France national team

The leadership transition at the French Football Federation (FFF) has attracted fresh attention after Vice-President Jean-Michel Aulas publicly expressed concerns over the way the process surrounding the expected appointment of Zinédine Zidane has been handled. The federation is expected to officially unveil the next head coach of......

Majority of French children aged 10 to 14 support social media ban for under-15s, study finds

A majority of children aged 10 to 14 in France support a proposed ban on social media access for users under the age of 15, according to a new study released by the country's audiovisual and digital regulator, Arcom. The findings suggest that many young people recognize concerns surrounding online platforms, even as some admit they would......

Avignon Off Festival maintains strong attendance despite heatwave and economic pressures

The 2026 Avignon Off Festival has delivered resilient attendance figures despite challenging conditions, demonstrating the continued appeal of one of Europe's largest performing arts gatherings. Organisers reported that audience numbers remained broadly in line with the previous year, even as extreme summer temperatures and financial uncertainty......

France to unveil new national team coach next Tuesday

The French Football Federation (FFF) has announced that it will hold a press conference next Tuesday to introduce the new head coach of the French national team, although the identity of the successor to Didier Deschamps has not yet been officially confirmed. FFF president Philippe Diallo is expected to present the new manager to the media......

France extends fuel aid deadline for high-mileage drivers amid rising pump prices

The French government has extended the deadline for motorists eligible for the “grands rouleurs” fuel assistance programme, allowing high-mileage drivers to submit their applications until the end of August instead of the original July deadline. Government spokesperson and Energy Minister Delegate Maud Bregeon announced the extension......

Nantes fire destroys Roma camp as firefighters contain blaze near city outskirts

A major fire broke out Wednesday evening at a Roma settlement in Saint-Herblain, near Nantes, destroying several caravans and vehicles before firefighters managed to bring the blaze under control. The incident, which occurred on the western outskirts of the Nantes metropolitan area, was reported at around 7 p.m. Emergency crews extinguished......

France blocks Tesla’s supervised autonomous driving system over safety concerns

France has decided not to authorize Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system for the time being, citing unresolved safety concerns surrounding the deployment of advanced driver-assistance technologies on public roads. Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot confirmed that the French government was not ready to approve the American automaker’s......

France set to unveil Didier Deschamps’ successor as Zidane emerges as leading candidate

The French Football Federation (FFF) will present the next head coach of the France national team on July 28, officially opening a new chapter after Didier Deschamps’ long tenure at the helm of Les Bleus. FFF President Philippe Diallo will hold a press conference at the federation’s headquarters following an exceptional executive......

French diplomats return to Paris after targeted assault in Tehran, says foreign minister

Two French diplomats who were assaulted while serving in Tehran have returned to Paris, where they are receiving government support following what French authorities describe as a deliberate attack linked to their diplomatic responsibilities. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot confirmed that the officials arrived back in the French......

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