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France's Macron says no political motive behind Telegram CEO's arrest
Macron's statement on X amounted to the first official confirmation of Durov's arrest, nearly two days since he was detained at Le Bourget airport outside Paris shortly after landing on a private jet from Azerbaijan.
France: Police detain suspect in synagogue arson attack
Two elite police units detained the suspect following a raid in the nearby city of Nimes on Saturday, according to CNN affiliate BFMTV.According to Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin, the suspect opened fire on the police.
France's Macron holds talks with key political players in a bid to form a new government
Following the excitement of the Paris Olympics, French President Macron now has the challenge of making the country governable. He is consulting with political leaders to select a new prime minister amid a hung parliament, social tensions, and rising debt. Left-wing nominee Lucie Castets is among the key candidates, with urgent calls for a decision.
'No further delay' to Gaza ceasefire: France, Germany, UK
The leaders of France, Germany and Britain said Monday that "there can be no further delay" in negotiating a ceasefire in Gaza, warning Iran and its allies against any "further escalation" of the conflict. In their statement, the three European leaders also urged Iran and its allies "to refrain from attacks that would further escalate regional tensions and jeopardise the opportunity to agree a ceasefire and the release of hostages."
"Indecent Display? Emmanuel Macron's awkward embrace with sports minister at Paris Olympics 2024 draws criticism
A viral photo of French President Emmanuel Macron embracing Sports Minister Amélie Oudéa-Castéra at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony has ignited a social media debate. The affectionate display, captured by Madame Figaro, has been met with mixed reactions, ranging from criticism to defense. The ceremony, marked by grandeur and political significance for Macron, has been overshadowed by this controversial moment.
Flotilla on Seine, rain and Celine Dion mark start of Paris Olympics
Olympics: French President Emmanuel Macron declared the Olympic Games open on Friday after a rainy ceremony featuring cheers for athletes along the Seine, rooftop dancing in Paris, and a performance by Lady Gaga.
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Ahead of 2024 Paris Olympics, IOC leaders tout games as multilateral unifier in divided world
The IOC leader highlighted "narrow self-interests trumping the rule of law" among threats to the multilateralism that has shaped global affairs for almost 80 years. "Historic disruptions are upending the system of international relations that has been in place since the second World War," Bach said. "The trends are unfortunately clear: decoupling of economies, beggar-thy-neighbor, narrow self-interests trumping the rule of law, Global South' vs. Global North.'"
French president Emmanuel Macron accepts prime minister's resignation but keeps him as head of caretaker government
Macron's office said in a statement that Macron "accepted" the resignation of Prime Minister Gabriel Attal and other ministers on Tuesday. Attal and other government members are "to handle current affairs until a new government is being appointed," the statement said.
French government expected to resign on Tuesday but stay on in caretaker capacity
French President Macron expected to accept Prime Minister Attal's resignation, leading to caretaker government. Left-wing parties struggle over new leadership. Mainstream parties urged to form alliance. Uncertainty looms as caretaker government navigates emergency situations and current affairs.
France's Bastille Day parade meets the Olympic torch relay in an exceptional year
Paris is hosting a special guest for France's national holiday on Sunday—the Olympic flame. Just 12 days before the city hosts the Summer Games, the torch relay will join thousands of soldiers, sailors, rescuers, and medics marching in Paris beneath roaring fighter jets to mark Bastille Day.
European leaders defend Biden NATO summit gaffes, media says he's done
European leaders have come to the defense of U.S. President Joe Biden after he made several noticeable errors during a NATO summit. The gaffes, which occurred in Washington, included mistakenly introducing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy as "President Putin" and confusing the names of his vice president, Kamala Harris, and former president Donald Trump during a press conference.
Joe Biden digs in as gaffes highlight election concerns
A defiant Joe Biden insisted Thursday that he will run for another term as US president and beat Donald Trump, as a string of verbal gaffes at a major summit threw a harsh new spotlight on his fitness. I beat him once, and I will beat him again," Biden said of Trump.
Newly elected French lawmakers meet to break deadlock
Paris lawmakers face a divided National Assembly. Macron asked PM Attal to manage tasks amidst a NATO summit. The New Popular Front, including France Unbowed, Socialists, and Greens, negotiates a PM candidate. Moody's warns of debt risks. Socialist negotiator Johanna Rolland, Mayor of Nantes, extends an olive branch to left-wing Macronists, considering new legisla.
Leaders across Europe express relief mixed with concern about the French election result
European leaders reacted with mixed feelings to the outcome of the French legislative election, which has resulted in a hung parliament and potential political paralysis. The far-right National Rally did not emerge as the strongest party, alleviating some fears among pro-European leaders. However, no political group holds a majority in the National Assembly, leading to concerns about governance.
How the far-right went from 1st to 3rd in France's election
The far-right National Rally (RN) has suffered a stinging defeat in the run-off round of France's parliamentary elections, hobbled by electoral pacts between the left and President Emmanuel Macron's centrists. The New Popular Front and its allies won 187 seats in the 577-seat National Assembly, Macron's centrist group won 159 seats and the National Rally and its allies won 142 seats, interior ministry figures show.
France's Macron keeps prime minister in place for 'stability of the country' after chaotic election
French President Emmanuel Macron has asked Prime Minister Gabriel Attal to remain in office for the time being to ensure stability in the country. Attal had previously offered his resignation, but is prepared to stay as a caretaker.
France's elections end up with no clear majority. This is what could happen next
President Emmanuel Macron 's centrist alliance arrived in second position and the far right in third - still drastically increasing the number of seats it holds in the National Assembly, France's lower house of parliament.
France's allies relieved by Le Pen loss but wonder what's next
France's allies were relieved as Marine Le Pen's far-right party failed to win in the snap election, averting fears of a far-right government. However, a hung parliament has created a complex coalition, potentially destabilizing France's role in Europe. The outcome raises questions about future policy directions and parliamentary cohesion.
France shifts to the left, but risk of policy paralysis looms
France's parliamentary elections resulted in a hung parliament, with the leftist New Popular Front (NFP) blocking Marine Le Pen's far-right surge. President Macron's centrist alliance faces a weakened position, complicating government formation and policy-making. With no clear majority, France's political future remains uncertain, just weeks before hosting the Olympic Games
Violence erupts in France as left-wing coalition leads snap election
French election night turned turbulent as results showed a left-wing coalition poised to claim the majority of parliamentary seats, prompting both celebrations and unrest in Paris, Fox News reported. Prime Minister Gabriel Attal announced his resignation as a far-left political alliance unexpectedly surged ahead in the snap elections.
France seeks way out of political 'fog' after far right defeat
President Emmanuel Macron on Monday was to start efforts to extract France from its most severe political uncertainty in decades after the left defeated the far right in elections with no group winning an absolute majority. "Emmanuel Macron wanted clarification with the dissolution, now we are in total uncertainty.
France election gives leftists most seats over far right, but leaves hung parliament and deadlock
The results showed just over 180 seats for the New Popular Front leftist coalition, which placed first, ahead of Macron’s centrist alliance, with more than 160 seats. Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally and its allies were restricted to third place, although their more than 140 seats were still way ahead of the party’s previous best showing — 89 seats in 2022.
France election: Voter turnout high, could force Emmanuel Macron to share power with far right
Voting in pivotal runoff elections in France could lead to a historic victory for Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally or a hung parliament, impacting global diplomacy and France's future direction. High turnout reflects the nation's concern over the outcome, with uncertainty looming over potential coalition governments or far-right leadership. The election results will shape France's political landscape for the remaining years of President Macron's term.
France begins pivotal runoff elections that could propel the far right to power
France's runoff elections on Sunday could give Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally a historic win or result in a hung parliament. These elections impact Ukraine, global diplomacy, and Europe’s economy, potentially weakening President Macron's position. Racial tensions, Russian interference, and violence marred the campaign, with 30,000 police deployed for security.
At 28, Bardella could become youngest French prime minister at helm of far-right National Rally
Bardella is part of a generation of young people who joined the party under Marine Le Pen in the 2010s but likely wouldn't have done so under her father. Since joining at age 17, he has risen quickly through the ranks, serving as party spokesperson and president of its youth wing, before being appointed vice president and becoming the second-youngest member of the European Parliament in history, in 2019.
In France, three-way election battles could bring more far-right MPs
Emilie Chandler, a centrist candidate, is steadfast in her pursuit of a parliamentary seat in Magny-en-Vexin, despite the risk of amplifying the far-right National Rally (RN)'s chances in the three-way race. This constituency, located in Val d'Oise, an hour northwest of Paris, is crucial in the RN's quest for an absolute majority in Sunday's election.
Russian-linked cybercampaigns put a bull's-eye on France. Their focus? The Olympics and elections
French officials and cybersecurity experts from Europe and the United States have identified disinformation campaigns targeting France, orchestrated from Russia. These efforts increased significantly due to France's legislative elections and the upcoming Paris Olympics.
France is facing an election like no other. Here's how it works and what comes next
French voters face historic snap parliamentary elections that could usher in the first far-right government since WWII or result in no clear majority. Competing blocs include the far-right National Rally, Macron's centrist alliance, and the left-leaning New Popular Front. Outcomes are uncertain, with potential for significant political shifts.
Meloni camp pulls ahead of Macron's in EU parliament
Parliamentary insiders however say the balance of power in the 720-seat European legislature remains essentially unchanged from the last legislature. It lies with a centrist tie-up made up of the conservative European People's Party (EPP), the biggest group with 189 seats, the leftist Socialists & Democrats (S&D) with 136, and the liberal Renew Europe that includes the French president's party.
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