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French interior minister questions George Clooney’s naturalization

France’s junior interior minister has raised concerns over the recent naturalization of American actor George Clooney, arguing that the decision sends a questionable signal at a time when citizenship requirements are being tightened for foreign applicants. Speaking on public radio, Marie-Pierre......

Algeria adopts law criminalizing French colonization

Algeria’s Parliament has unanimously approved a law criminalizing French colonial rule between 1830 and 1962, a move carrying strong symbolic weight and likely to deepen already strained relations between Algiers and Paris. The legislation attributes legal responsibility to the French state for......

Flood alert downgraded in Hérault as snow and ice warnings persist in Southeast France

Météo-France has downgraded the flood alert level in the Hérault department from red to orange on Wednesday, as weather conditions improve and no further significant rainfall is expected during the day. The absence of new precipitation should allow water levels to continue receding......

Woman robbed at gunpoint in central Paris, losses estimated at €100,000

A woman was assaulted and robbed at gunpoint inside her apartment in central Paris on Saturday afternoon, with the estimated losses reaching around 100,000 euros, according to police sources. The incident occurred shortly after 2:00 p.m. in the 8th arrondissement, near Boulevard Haussmann. The victim......

Air France flight from Paris to Ajaccio diverted to Lyon after technical issue

An Air France flight traveling from Paris to Ajaccio was forced to make an emergency diversion to Lyon on Saturday afternoon due to a technical issue reported during the journey. The incident caused concern among passengers but resulted in no injuries. The Airbus A320 had departed from Paris Orly and......

French farm unions plan new mobilizations after dissatisfaction with government response

Several French agricultural unions have announced plans for renewed mobilizations in January after expressing disappointment with the government’s response to their demands. A letter sent by Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu outlining measures to address the crisis has been described by union......

French development agency cuts back funding in Africa In 2025

The French Development Agency (AFD) significantly reduced its financial commitments in Africa in 2025, scaling back its interventions on the continent by nearly one third, according to statements made by its management this week. Despite maintaining an overall investment volume comparable to the previous......

Macron heads to China to strengthen trade ties and discuss Ukraine conflict

French President Emmanuel Macron will begin a three-day state visit to China on Wednesday, aiming to deepen economic cooperation and encourage Beijing to play a constructive role in efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine. According to the French presidency, Macron intends......

Macron says France is “Turning The Page” with Africa amid shifting influence

French President Emmanuel Macron wrapped up a five-day tour of Mauritius, South Africa, Gabon, and Angola, reiterating his long-standing promise that France is "turning the page" in its relations with Africa. However, analysts note that the reality on the ground is far more complex. French......