What’s so controversial about France’s new immigration bill? The proposed law, which has been endorsed by the French far right, faces its biggest test yet on Thursday. Al Jazeera · Jan 25, 2024
India Rolls Out Red Carpet For Macron As France Eyes Trade Deals President Emmanuel Macron was given a red carpet welcome and an elephant honour guard on Thursday as he started a two-day visit to India, with France eyeing lucrative deals with the world's fifth-largest economy. International Business Times · Jan 25, 2024
French Court To Rule On Controversial Immigration Bill France's highest constitutional authority will on Thursday issue a keenly-awaited verdict on whether an immigration bill adopted under pressure from the far-right is in line with its basic law. International Business Times · Jan 25, 2024
A ‘shobha yatra’ awaits French President Emmanuel Macron in Jaipur A ‘shobha yatra’ or public procession in Jaipur is expected to be the highpoint of French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to the pink city. Upon arriving in Jaipur on Thursday afternoon, he will visit the Amber fort and the Jantar Mantar — both iconic tourist destinations of Rajasthan — before proceeding for… The Hindu · Jan 24, 2024
Mother dies after taking part in road block at farmer's protest in France Police are investigating whether the barricade was hit on purpose Evening Standard · Jan 23, 2024
As France Woos India, Its Ex-colony Recalls The Past Seventy years after France quit once hard-fought for territories seized from India, the dwindling influence of Paris on the bustling streets of Puducherry is still reflected in language, architecture and cuisine. International Business Times · Jan 23, 2024
Gérard Depardieu sexual assault claim dropped due to statute of limitations Prosecutors in Paris dismiss complaint against French actor by Hélène Darras over legal technicality The Guardian - UK · Jan 22, 2024
French Farmers Threaten More Protests Ahead Of PM Meeting France's powerful farming union on Monday threatened a week or more of protest action as it was poised to meet with Prime Minister Gabriel Attal. International Business Times · Jan 22, 2024
French Gloom Clouds Paris Olympics, Six Months From Start Political bickering, ongoing grumbling about ticket prices and disruption to everyday life are souring the mood in the build-up to the Paris Olympics this July -- something organisers blame on typical French pessimism. International Business Times · Jan 22, 2024
France's Politicians Woo The Country's Angry Farmers France's new Prime Minister Gabriel Attal paid tribute to the country's agriculture sector this weekend, responding to the growing discontent of farm workers angry at red tape and high costs. International Business Times · Jan 21, 2024
Rajasthan CM chairs review meeting ahead of Emmanuel Macron's Jaipur visit French President Emmanuel Macron to visit Jaipur on January 25, preparations underway to welcome him for Republic Day celebrations. The Hindu · Jan 20, 2024
Morning Digest | EAM Jaishankar pitches for two-state solution for Gaza crisis at NAM Summit; Republic Day 2024 parade to be women-centric, and more The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on January 20, 2024 The Hindu · Jan 20, 2024
Europe To Step Up Ammunition Production Amid Ukraine Warnings The European Union said Friday it will drastically increase ammunition production this year in response to Ukraine's growing pleas for support in its war against Russia, which summoned the French ambassador to protest at the country's "growing involvement" in the conflict. International Business Times · Jan 19, 2024
‘Royal’ welcome planned for Macron as he arrives for Republic Day India will host French President Emmanuel Macron for a two-day visit, including a grand welcome and discussions on various collaborations. The Hindu · Jan 19, 2024
International Business Times · Jan 19, 2024 Taxation, Work, Education … Macron Sets Course To The Right During a 2-hour long press conference at the Élysée Palace on Tuesday, French President Emmanuel Macron offered the contours of the new course that the government will follow until 2027.
International Business Times · Jan 18, 2024 Kyiv Warns Ammunition Low As Allies Launch 'Artillery Coalition' Ukraine's defence minister warned Thursday that the country faced a "very real and pressing" ammunition shortage in its grinding near-two-year battle against Russia, as Western allies met in Paris to agree new artillery supplies.
International Business Times · Jan 17, 2024 'France Should Remain France': Macron Adopts Far-right Rhetoric French President Emmanuel Macron borrowed lines from the far right for a press conference this week designed to relaunch his sputtering second term.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 17, 2024 Davos day two: Argentina’s Milei claims the western world is in danger from socialism – as it happened Rolling coverage of the second day of the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos
The Guardian - UK · Jan 17, 2024 Wednesday briefing: The days that could decide how Rishi Sunak is remembered In today’s newsletter: The controversial Rwanda bill is back in the Commons – what happens next could shape the party’s future
International Business Times · Jan 17, 2024 France To Deliver 40 More Long-range Missiles To Ukraine: Macron France will deliver to Ukraine a new batch of around 40 SCALP long-range cruise missiles as well as hundreds of bombs as Kyiv fights the Russian invasion, President Emmanuel Macron said Tuesday.
International Business Times · Jan 17, 2024 France's Macron Says Has 'No Regret' Over Defending Depardieu French President Emmanuel Macron said Tuesday that he had "no regret" over defending screen icon Gerard Depardieu's presumption of innocence after the actor was charged with rape and accused of sexual harassment.
Al Jazeera · Jan 17, 2024 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 693 These are the main developments as the war enters if 693rd day.
The Guardian - AU · Jan 17, 2024 ‘France to stay France’, says Macron, as he lays out vision to counter far right French president focused on education and law and order in press conference to challenge dominance of Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally
International Business Times · Jan 16, 2024 Macron Seeks To Revive Presidency With Vow For 'Stronger' France President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday sought to breathe new life into his final term with a promise for a "stronger and fairer" France, at a rare news conference peppered with a string of announcements aimed at forging greater civic responsibility and security.
International Business Times · Jan 15, 2024 France's New Education Minister Under Fire Over Swipe At Schools France's new Education Minister Amelie Oudea-Castera is coming under increasing pressure over her decision to have her children attend a private school, a row overshadowing President Emmanuel Macron's attempt to relaunch his second term with a government reshuffle.