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Wildfire near Marseille disrupts flights and transport as flames spread rapidly

A fast-moving wildfire near Marseille temporarily shut down the city’s airport on Tuesday, causing widespread flight cancellations and delays as flames approached dangerously close to the runways. Marseille Provence Airport suspended operations around midday, leaving travelers stranded and airlines......

More European countries expected to recognize the State of Palestine, says France

France’s Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot has announced that several European nations are expected to confirm their intention to recognize the State of Palestine during a UN conference scheduled for Monday and Tuesday in New York. This follows France's own commitment to formal recognition......

Palestinians divided over France’s recognition of their state

Palestinians have expressed mixed reactions following French President Emmanuel Macron’s announcement of France’s intention to officially recognize a Palestinian state. While some view the move as a positive step forward, others remain skeptical, pointing to the ongoing suffering in Gaza......

Macron’s recognition of Palestine divides political spectrum in France

French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to officially recognize the State of Palestine during the upcoming United Nations General Assembly in September, sparking sharp divisions among France’s political leaders. While the left hailed it as a necessary and overdue step, the right and far-right......

French court revokes parental rights over alleged plan to sacrifice son in Moroccan desert

A court in Bordeaux has stripped a French couple of their parental rights following allegations that they planned to sacrifice their five-year-old son during a trip to Morocco’s desert. While the court partially acquitted them of criminal conspiracy charges, both parents received suspended sentences......

Algerian troll network allegedly operated to destabilize France

Amid escalating diplomatic strain following French President Emmanuel Macron’s July 2024 recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara, a confidential Viginum report has revealed the existence of a coordinated troll network linked to Algerian authorities targeting French public discourse. According......

Najat Vallaud-Belkacem's appointment to France's Court of Audit sparks political controversy

French-Moroccan Najat Vallaud-Belkacem has been named senior advisor at France’s prestigious Court of Audit, igniting debate over the appointment's timing and fairness. During a cabinet meeting on July 16, the government, on the recommendation of Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, approved Vallaud-Belkacem’s......

France takes historic step in recognizing Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara

 France has officially shifted its foreign policy stance by fully recognizing Morocco’s sovereignty over the Western Sahara, a move described by analysts as historic and strategically significant. In a landmark message sent by French President Emmanuel Macron to King Mohammed VI on July 30,......

King of Morocco expresses strong will to reinforce ties with France

On the occasion of France’s national holiday, King Mohammed VI sent a message of congratulations to French President Emmanuel Macron, reaffirming Morocco’s determination to strengthen the strategic ties between the two nations. In his message, the Moroccan monarch extended his warmest wishes......