Macron denies involvement in Nestlé Waters scandal

French President Emmanuel Macron denied any “agreement” or “collusion” with the Swiss company Nestlé over the bottled water scandal.

Algeria urges France to address nuclear test aftermath

France ends military presence in Chad after nearly 70 years

French troops have officially withdrawn from Chad, marking the end of a military presence that spanned nearly seven decades.

5 skiers killed in French Alps avalanches

Five skiers, including four Norwegians and one Swiss, died in avalanches in the French Alps after off-piste snowslides hit Savoie and Haute-Savoie regions.

MFA: Baku firmly rejects and condemns the French Foreign Minister's anti-Azerbaijani statements

Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has firmly rejected and condemned the French Foreign Minister’s recent accusations of interference, accusing France of attempting to divert attention from its actions in New Caledonia and undermining efforts for decolonization.

Ledger co-founder David Balland abducted, hand mutilated in ransom ordeal

David Balland, a co-founder of the French crypto firm Ledger, was kidnapped along with his wife.

Indonesia and France sign deal for repatriation of French death row prisoner

Indonesia and France have finalized an agreement to repatriate Serge Atlaoui.

Baku hosts Conference on colonial legacy in La Réunion

An international conference held in Baku shed light on the ongoing impact of French colonialism in La Réunion. Participants discussed the economic, political, and social challenges facing the island, emphasizing the need for independence and systemic change.

Algeria calls on France to address the repercussions of its nuclear tests

Algeria’s Speaker of the Council of the Nation, Saleh Goudjil, has called on France to take full responsibility for the lasting effects of nuclear tests conducted in the Algerian desert during the colonial period, highlighting the ongoing suffering of local populations.

French parliament head stresses stability ahead of no-confidence vote

French parliament head Yael Braun-Pivet emphasised the importance of maintaining stability as lawmakers prepare for a no-confidence vote against PM François Bayrou. She highlighted key priorities such as the budget and upcoming legisla

La Lettre: Paris Olympic Games athletes return medals over quality issues

Over 100 Paris 2024 Olympic medals were returned due to quality issues linked to EU regulations and an untested varnish formula. The IOC has pledged to replace all defective medals.

Two trams collide in Strasbourg, dozens injured

At least 20 people were injured when two trams collided in Strasbourg in eastern France, French media said on Saturday.

President Ilham Aliyev highlights unspoken issue about France in TV interview

President: If there is a consensus in French political circles, it is a consensus only on Azerbaijanophobia

First case of new Mpox variant reported in France

France has reported its first case of the new mpox clade 1b variant, linked to a global health emergency declared by the WHO, with health authorities investigating the source and tracing contacts in the Brittany region.

French farmers continue protests against EU-Mercosur trade deal

French farmers protested near Paris against the Mercosur trade deal, demanding fairer pay and decrying threats to rural livelihoods, while police blocked their convoys from entering the city.

Blinken heads to South Korea, Japan and France

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit South Korea, Japan, and France from January 4-9 to address regional security, Indo-Pacific cooperation, and global challenges.

German, French foreign ministers to meet Syria's new rulers in Damascus

German and French Foreign Ministers visit Syria for historic talks with new rulers, signaling EU's readiness for a new political beginning after years of conflict.

Giselle Pélicot: France's inspiring person of the year

Giselle Pélicot, a 72-year-old survivor of a harrowing mass rape, has been named France's Person of the Year in a decision that reflects the nation's admiration for her courage and dignity. Her story moved millions, outshining political leaders in a survey conducted by the Odoxa-Mascaret Institute.

Macron offers mea culpa on early elections in New Year speech

French President Macron admits his decision for early elections in June led to political instability, taking full responsibility for the consequences and calling for greater European independence.

New French PM vows to restore power, ban shantytowns in storm-hit Mayotte

French PM Francois Bayrou pledges full power restoration in storm-hit Mayotte by January, bans shantytown rebuilding, and unveils "Mayotte Standing" emergency plan after Cyclone Chido devastation.

Parisians skeptical of new French government

Parisians are voicing skepticism about France’s newly formed government, unveiled by Prime Minister Francois Bayrou, as concerns grow over its ability to address the nation’s mounting political and economic challenges.