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French prosecutors probe secret filming of women with smart glasses
Paris prosecutors said Tuesday they had opened several probes after receiving complaints concerning women filmed on the street without their consent using smart glasses....
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'In Berlin, the radical-left Die Linke's victory offers a stark contrast to La France Insoumise's strategy'
Despite a shared desire to break with neoliberalism, the methods and political cultures of the two parties differ, analyzes Guillaume Beringer, a specialist in German studies, for Le Monde....
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French government doubles aid to drivers to head off fuel price crisis
With gasoline and diesel prices surging again, the French government will issue a new €100 payment to drivers who use their cars for work. Around 5.5 million people in France will be eligible. The aim: to nip any potential protest movement in the bud....
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'Macron, more than any of his predecessors, faces the challenge of not handing the keys of the Elysée to the far right'
All outgoing French presidents have experienced a phase of weakening that, each time, led the country to seriously doubt itself. Yet never before has the Rassemblement National been in such a favorable position to capitalize on the malaise, observes Le Monde columnist Françoise F...
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Macron urges world to uphold international law over 'law of the jungle'
Giving his last speech to the UN's signature annual diplomatic gathering as president, Emmanuel Macron also railed against the humanitarian situation in Gaza while calling for a moratorium on strikes against civilian and energy targets in the Ukraine-Russia war....
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Paris prosecutors launch probes into non-consensual filming of women with smart glasses
Prosecutors pointed to a 'growing trend on social media involving women being filmed on the street with smart glasses without their consent and the videos being published online.'...
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Alisher Usmanov, Russian-Uzbek oligarch, escapes EU sanctions at France's request
Under pressure from Azerbaijan, which has detained two French businessmen, Paris has struck a deal to secure their release in exchange for lifting financial sanctions against the billionaire Alisher Usmanov....
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EU removes two oligarchs reputedly close to Putin from sanctions list
At France and Luxembourg's request, the EU removed Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman from its list of sanctioned individuals, which was otherwise renewed for three years. Ukraine called the decision 'unacceptable.'...
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EU renews Russia sanctions but removes Usmanov at France's request
France succeeded in its push to remove Alisher Usmanov from the EU sanctions list as part of a prisoner release with Azerbaijan. A second high-profile businessman, Mikhail Fridman, was also removed....
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Top US authors to gather in Paris for American literary festival
More than 50 leading American writers will be in Vincennes, just to the east of Paris, this week for the American literary festival, which is celebrating US literature at a time of strained feelings towards the United States under President Donald Trump....
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How is the spike in petrol prices affecting your daily life in France?
The price of petrol and diesel are at record levels in France and anyone who relies on their car is getting hit hard in the pocket. Tell us how it's affected your daily life....
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Paris congress that helped shape pan-African thought marks 70th anniversary
Tuesday marks the 70th anniversary of the landmark 1956 Congress of Black Writers and Artists, held at the Sorbonne university in Paris and aimed at strengthening the Pan-African movement and giving voices to black writers and intellectuals from across Africa, Europe and the Unit...
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Le Pen distances herself from Russia, but stays vague on Ukraine
After downplaying President Emmanuel Macron's warnings about the threats posed by Russia, Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella released an unusual statement expressing mistrust of Moscow....
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Macron invites all EU leaders to attend pope's speech on Europe in Metz
Pope Leo XIV will deliver a speech on Europe at a center named after Robert Schuman, one of the founding fathers of the European political union.
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The UK taxes Brits have to pay when moving to France
Following the rumours of a potential new 'exit tax' for Brits leaving the UK which have since been ruled out, we look at the UK taxes and fiscal responsibilities Brits may actually have to deal with when moving to France and living here....
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French government to unveil support package as petrol prices fuel public anger
With fuel prices an increasingly prominent issue ahead of next year's presidential election, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu’s government is due to unveil new support measures on Tuesday....
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France warns of fresh oil shock, urges EU to free up refinery capacity
In a letter to Ursula von der Leyen, Macron said the EU’s energy security has so far relied heavily on buffers — including stockpiles, refinery flexibility, weaker demand and redirected global trade — rather than addressing the underlying supply shock, according to the letter see...
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'A mass for 600,000': What you need to know about Pope Leo's visit to France
Pope Leo XIV will make his first visit to France on Friday with stops in Paris, Saint-Denis, Lourdes and Metz. Here's what you need to know if you want to catch a glimpse or avoid the likely disruption....
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France’s budget: Oxfam targets ‘super-inheritances’ in tax plan
As France hunts for billions of euros to repair its public finances, Oxfam is calling for tighter limits on a tax break for inherited family businesses, saying reform could raise more than €3bn a year....
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France unveils new measures to help millions of drivers cope with rising fuel costs
The French government announced new financial aid measures on Tuesday to help those hit hardest by surging fuel prices including nurses and long-distance and frequent commuters....
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TELL US: What one act of French kindness made you feel welcome in France?
The French have often had a reputation for being cold, unfriendly or unwelcoming towards foreigners. But we know that's unfair. We want to hear of any acts of local kindness that made you feel welcome in France. Take a minute to share your story....
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Pope Leo XIV's visit to France: Eight articles to understand the start of his papacy
The pope is set to visit Paris, Lourdes and Metz from September 25 to 28. Ahead of this first official papal visit to France, here is a look back at Le Monde's articles about the first American pope....
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Macron and Trump discuss Ukraine and soaring oil prices at New York meeting
The French president presented his American counterpart on Monday with initiatives aimed at influencing the price of oil, including a 'moratorium' on Russian and Ukrainian strikes against energy infrastructure....
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France's president says talks with Trump on Red Sea and Ukraine were 'constructive'
On Russia and Ukraine, Macron said he pressed Trump on the issue of supplying defensive weapons systems to Kyiv.
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EXPLAINED: The help you can get in France if you're struggling to pay your tax bills
It's tax season in France, with payments due and 'taxe foncière' property tax bill being sent out. If you’re struggling to pay one or both of them, here's what you can do to get help....
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Macron walks through busy New York streets to Trump Tower
French President Emmanuel Macron walked through Manhattan on Monday evening to meet US President Donald Trump at Trump Tower, ahead of the UN General Assembly....
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Bardot auction in Paris fetches nearly €1 million
An auction of French screen legend Brigitte Bardot's personal items fetched nearly one million euros in Paris on Monday, almost 20 times the estimate, the Millon auction house told AFP....
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Europe Today: Trump, Zelenskyy to meet at UN as EU fails to agree on Russia sanctions
Trump and Zelenskyy are set to discuss ending the war on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. In Brussels, EU Ambassadors have failed to agree on extending Russia sanctions that are set to expire today. We also break down Macron and Trump's recent meeting in New York....
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Saint Pierre and Miquelon: France’s tiny outpost that relies on Canada
The French archipelago of Saint Pierre and Miquelon relies heavily on Canada for supplies, transport and seafood trade, despite remaining firmly French....
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Macron says meeting with Trump on Ukraine and the Middle East was 'very constructive'
A French official said President Emmanuel Macron was prepared to speak with Trump in New York City with 'total candor' about the two conflicts, for the sake of 'peace in the world and for our security.'...
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Pope Leo XIV set for first official visit to France, with huge crowds expected in Paris
The trip will mark the first official papal visit to Paris since Benedict XVI in 2008.
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French NBA star Batum retires after an 18-year career
Nicolas Batum, who won two silver Olympic medals with France, made over 1,200 NBA appearances.
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A year after recognizing Palestine, France's lost illusions
By trying to improve relations with Israel, French President Emmanuel Macron blurred his message and disappointed advocates of the Palestinian cause.
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AI's climate-fighting potential remains largely untapped, French report says
A committee in the French Senate examining AI's environmental impact said that developing AI-focused data centers in France could help reduce the technology's environmental footprint....
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Kremlin dismisses warnings from France’s Le Pen and Bardella, saying Russia poses 'no threat'
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Monday that Russia posed “no threat” to France or any other European country, responding to a statement criticising Moscow issued by Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella on Saturday....
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Letter from Paris | 15 Years of M
Twice a month, M magazine’s editorial director, Marie-Pierre Lannelongue, fills you in on the latest about fashion, culture, travel and more.
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Removing Usmanov from sanctions list risks making EU look weak - Lithuanian finance minister
Vilnius strongly opposes France's push to remove Usmanov from Russian sanctions, its finance minister told Euronews. However, fears of the blacklist expiring will likely lead to his removal despite heavy backlash....
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'We call on France to support the creation of an International Panel on Inequality'
Ahead of the United Nations General Assembly at the end of September, 10 economists, including Lucas Chancel, Thomas Piketty, Joseph Stiglitz and Gabriel Zucman explain why it is crucial to establish a global assessment of inequality, a growing concern for democracies and the env...
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Mbappé says having Zidane as new France coach 'like a film'
Former Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane will take charge of Les Bleus for the first time since replacing Didier Deschamps on Friday in their Nations League match against Turkey in Izmit....
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Russia's hybrid warfare threat 'real' warns France's interior minister
The hybrid warfare threat being waged by Russia is "real and documented", France's Interior Minister Laurent Nunez told journalists on Monday.
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French pilot and cabin crew unions call for strike during Autumn holidays
Pilots and cabin crew unions in France have called a nationwide five-day strike to coincide with the start of the Toussaint school holidays in October....
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Could France ban OnlyFans? A bill against sexual violence could affect porn platforms
French Parliament is debating a new bill against gender-based and sexual violence. One article targets major digital pornography platforms such as OnlyFans and MYM. Lawmakers are aiming to expand the legal framework against procuring....
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EXPLAINER: How to check for fuel shortages where you are in France
With official figures showing that fuel shortages had spread to almost all parts of France, it’s worth checking which stations in your area - and which types of fuel - are affected, before heading out to refill. Here’s how....
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Everything that changes in France in October 2026
From new tenant rules to a big rise in gas prices and planned nationwide strikes - here's everything that changes in France in October.
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EU nears deal to break impasse over French request to remove Usmanov from sanctions
EU sanctions on Russia are at risk of expiring as France pushes to remove Uzbek-Russian Usmanov from the blacklist in a deal that could secure the release and pardon of two French nationals in Azerbaijan....