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French PM dismisses no-confidence motion over heatwave response as political maneuver

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has rejected a parliamentary no-confidence motion centered on the government’s response to the recent heatwave, accusing its sponsors of exploiting the tragedy for political purposes rather than seeking a constructive debate. Speaking before the National......

Affaire Lyhanna: French Prime Minister to meet victim’s mother amid justice system scrutiny

The French Prime Minister, Sébastien Lecornu, is expected to meet “in the near future” at Matignon with the mother of a child victim linked to the so-called Affaire Lyhanna, as political and judicial scrutiny intensifies over alleged systemic failures in handling prior complaints against......

Lecornu faces crucial challenge as socialists demand halt to pension reform

Sébastien Lecornu confronts a pivotal moment in his political career as he prepares to deliver his general policy statement before the National Assembly. Scheduled for 3 p.m. Tuesday, the address will play a decisive role in shaping the Socialist Party’s stance on upcoming motions of no......

Lecornu unveils second government as France faces deepening political turmoil

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has formed a new 34-member government just two days after being reappointed by President Emmanuel Macron, in a renewed effort to stabilize France’s volatile political landscape and secure approval for the 2025 national budget. The new cabinet, described......

Naïma Moutchou appointed as France’s minister of public transformation and digital affairs

Naïma Moutchou, a French-Moroccan politician and lawyer, has been appointed as France’s new Minister of Public Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Affairs in Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu’s cabinet. Her nomination marks a symbolic milestone for diversity and......

Devastating Tropical Storm Strikes Mayotte Amid Recovery from Cyclone Damage

Mayotte, a French territory in the Indian Ocean, was hit by a new tropical storm on Sunday, just weeks after the destructive Cyclone Chido wreaked havoc on the islands, causing extensive damage and a large-scale recovery operation. Authorities urged residents to stay indoors or seek shelter, stock up......

Political Instability Deepens as France Installs Fourth Government of 2024

France unveiled its fourth government of 2024 on Monday, as newly appointed Prime Minister François Bayrou faces immediate challenges including potential no-confidence votes and pressing budget negotiations amid ongoing political turmoil. The 34-member cabinet announcement comes in the wake of......

 Nighttime Curfew Imposed in Mayotte After Cyclone Chido Tragedy  

The French government has implemented a nighttime curfew on the Indian Ocean island of Mayotte following the devastation caused by Cyclone Chido. Effective from Tuesday evening, the curfew, running from 10:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. local time, aims to curb potential looting in the aftermath of the disaster.......

Macron Appoints François Bayrou as New Prime Minister

In a significant move, French President Emmanuel Macron appointed François Bayrou as the new Prime Minister of France on Friday. Bayrou’s appointment comes after the resignation of former Prime Minister Michel Barnier, who stepped down following a no-confidence vote last week. This marks......