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Ferhat Mehenni urges France to support Kabyle independence from Algeria

A call for historical justice Ferhat Mehenni, president of the provisional Kabyle government in exile (Anavad), has urged France to honor its historical principles by recognizing the Kabyle people's right to self-determination. Highlighting their resistance to colonization and subsequent exclusion,......

France's military chief warns of potential Russian threat within five years

The outgoing French Chief of the Defence Staff, General Thierry Burkhard, has issued a stark warning about a potential military threat from Russia to Europe within the next five years. Speaking days before his departure at the end of August, Burkhard shared his concerns in an interview with The Economist,......

France suspends evacuations of Gazans pending antisemitism investigation

France has temporarily suspended the evacuation of Gazan nationals to its territory following an internal investigation into how an individual accused of antisemitic remarks was allowed to enter the country. The announcement was made on Friday by French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot. “No......

French scientists urge constitutional council to reject "dangerous" pesticide law

Dozens of scientists, medical experts, and patient advocacy groups have called on France’s Constitutional Council to reject the controversial "Loi Duplomb," describing it as a serious threat to public health. In a public statement published on Tuesday, July 29, the signatories argue that......

French socialists urge Macron to lead opposition to EU-US tariff deal

The French Socialist Party (PS) has officially called on President Emmanuel Macron to convene a meeting of party leaders to define France’s stance on the recent EU-US trade agreement. The deal, reached on Sunday between Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, includes......

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......