Le Pen slams court ban as "witch hunt"

Marine Le Pen has vowed to fight a five-year ban from office, denouncing the court ruling as a political attack.

Left-wing parties and groups rally in Paris against the far right

Left-wing parties and activists rallied in Paris this weekend, uniting against the far right amid growing political tensions in France.

France opens investigation into death threats against judges in Le Pen’s trial

French authorities have launched an investigation into death threats issued against judges involved in the trial of Marine Le Pen, following her conviction on corruption charges earlier this week.

Türkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan set to visit Paris

Türkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is scheduled to visit Paris today to discuss European security, regional developments, and bilateral relations, according to media reports referring to sources from the Foreign Ministry.

Manchester City optimistic about Haaland's return before season ends

Manchester City remain optimistic about Erling Haaland’s return before the season ends. The 24-year-old striker, who injured his left ankle against Bournemouth, is set to miss upcoming matches but is expected to recover in time for the Club World Cup and help City's push for a Champions League spot.

France's Le Pen convicted of graft, barred from running for president in 2027

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen was banned from running for public office for five years after being convicted of embezzlement, ruling her out of the 2027 presidential race. She received a four-year prison sentence, with two years suspended, and a €100,000 fine. Le Pen plans to appeal.

Marine Le Pen: a profile of France's Far-Right leader

AnewZ provides an examination of Marine Le Pen, the leader of France's far-right National Rally party, and explores her ascent in French politics, her controversial policy positions, and the recent legal challenges she faces.

French court ruling may threaten Le Pen’s 2027 candidacy

France’s constitutional court ruled that politicians can be barred from office immediately if convicted of a crime, raising the possibility that far-right leader Marine Le Pen could be disqualified from the 2027 presidential race if found guilty in her upcoming embezzlement trial.

Former French President Sarkozy on trial, facing 7-year sentence over Illegal campaign funds

French prosecutors requested a seven-year prison sentence and a €300,000 fine for former President Nicolas Sarkozy in his trial over allegations of accepting illegal financing for his 2007 presidential campaign from the former Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi.

China, France to hold high-level strategic and economic dialogues this year

France Pledges €2 Billion in Military Aid to Ukraine

France will send €2 billion in military support to Ukraine, President Macron announced ahead of a key security summit in Paris.

#MeToo case in France: Gérard Depardieu to face alleged sex assault charges

French actor Gérard Depardieu is set to stand trial in Paris on March 24 and 25 on charges of sexual assault involving two women during the filming of Les volets verts (The Green Shutters) in 2021. He denied all allegations.

Thousands Rally in France Against Far Right

Over 60,000 people protested across France, condemning racism and the rise of far-right politics.

France picks new CEO for EDF ahead of nuclear buildout

French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Bernard Fontana, current head of Framatome, as the new CEO of EDF. The move comes as EDF prepares for a significant expansion of nuclear energy in France, with plans to build six new reactors in the coming years.

10th anniversary of the Germanwings A320 crash: reflecting on the tragedy

The 10th anniversary of the Germanwings A320 crash, which claimed 150 lives in the French Alps, marks a somber moment in aviation history, prompting significant changes in flight safety protocols.

France will host summit with Zelenskyy next Thursday, Macron says

French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to host a summit in Paris on March 27, 2025, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders to discuss strengthening Ukraine's defense, securing short-term military support, and exploring ways to implement a potential ceasefire.

Ex-Surgeon Admits to Abusing 299 Patients in France

Former surgeon Joel Le Scouarnec has admitted to sexually abusing 299 patients in one of France’s largest child sex abuse cases.

UK to host Closed-Door meeting on peacekeeping plans for Ukraine

Plans for a proposed peacekeeping force in Ukraine will be outlined at a closed meeting in the UK on Thursday.

French police raid Paris theatre, evict 400 migrants amid protests

Tear gas filled the air as French police raided a Paris theatre at dawn, evicting over 400 migrants who had been squatting there for months. Protesters shouted "shame" as riot police moved in, sparking clashes. The migrants, mostly West Africans, say they have nowhere else to go.

TotalEnergies faces French manslaughter probe over Mozambique attack

Navoiyuran, Orano and Itochu to start Uzbek uranium project

Uzbekistan has signed an agreement with French and Japanese companies to initiate uranium production in the Navoi region by the end of 2025.

France says around 15 countries interested in discussing new security architecture for Ukraine

Moldova secures €30M French aid to strengthen energy independence

Moldova signed a €30 million ($32.5 million) agreement with the French Development Agency on Monday to improve energy efficiency, President Maia Sandu announced after meeting French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris.

France to tap Russian assets for 195 million euros this year, minister says