‘Thoughts and prayers’: World reacts to Morocco’s devastating earthquake Condolences and offers of support pour in from around the world after Morocco’s deadly earthquake. Al Jazeera · Sep 9, 2023
France's Macron 'devastated' by Morocco quake, promises aid French President Emmanuel Macron said Saturday he was "devastated" by the earthquake in Morocco, which has killed at least 1,300 people, and offered to help relief efforts. Radio France Internationale · Sep 9, 2023
Morocco declares three days of national mourning after deadly earthquake Morocco on Saturday declared three days of national mourning after a deadly earthquake overnight. The death toll rose to 2,012 people early Sunday, a statement from the interior ministry said. Read our blog to see how the day's events unfolded. All times are Paris time (GMT+2). France 24 · Sep 9, 2023
France lay down Rugby World Cup marker but not how they intended France 27-13 New Zealand: A raucous Stade de France crowd delivered an incredible atmosphere and Les Bleus repaid them with a win, albeit not in hugely convincing style The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
France send statement of intent after defeating New Zealand in World Cup opener It was the All Blacks’ first pool-phase defeat in World Cup history and they could have few complaints. The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
Uncertainty for French soldiers in Niger, confined to barracks after coup When a junta seized power in Niger on 26 July, joint military operations against jihadists between Niger and France were suspended. French troops, ordered to stay in their barracks, face an uncertain future as diplomatic wrangling over a possible pull-out continues. Radio France Internationale · Sep 8, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 562 As the war enters its 562nd day, these are the main developments. Al Jazeera · Sep 8, 2023
French court upholds ban on girls wearing abayas in schools State council rejected complaints that ban was discriminatory and could incite hatred against Muslims The Guardian - UK · Sep 7, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: Blinken praises Ukraine’s strength as he visits basement where Russia imprisoned villagers – as it happened US secretary of state hails ‘extraordinary resilience of Ukrainian people’ as he sees site where residents, including older people and children, were held captive The Guardian - AU · Sep 7, 2023
French President Macron to meet Modi on September 10 Macron’s office said the president will travel to Delhi to participate in the G20 Summit on September 9 and 10. The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023
French President Macron: 'There can't, obviously, be a Russian flag at the Paris Games' French President Emmanuel Macron says the Russian flag has no place at next year’s Paris Olympics because of the war crimes committed by Vladimir Putin’s regime in Ukraine The Independent UK · Sep 7, 2023
Hosts France lead the charge for glory in Rugby World Cup What better way for hosts France to prepare for the World Cup spectacular than with a good old-fashioned sideshow? And France duly delivered a week before their opening match against New Zealand with a rumpus over the selection of Bastien Chalureau after Paul Willemse withdrew from the 33-man squad with… Radio France Internationale · Sep 7, 2023
France to launch German-style cut-price monthly rail pass Pass will cost about €49 a month and allow users unlimited travel on TER regional trains and intercity trains The Guardian - UK · Sep 7, 2023
France's Macron says there 'can be no Russian flag' at Paris Olympics As questions remain over the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, French President Emmanuel Macron has insisted that there is “no place” for Russia at the Games. Radio France Internationale · Sep 7, 2023
The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023 G-20 Summit | Meeting with PM Modi, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Hasina’s Delhi agenda Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to host his Bangladesh counterpart Sheikh Hasina at his residence in Delhi ahead of the G-20 summit where Bangladesh is among the nine “guest countries”.
The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2023 King Charles set for royal first as state visit to France is rescheduled A senior official from the UK’s Foreign Office described the British-French relationship as “absolutely massive”
The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2023 King and Queen to meet sporting stars during rescheduled state visit to France Charles and Camilla’s three-day overseas tour will see them visit Paris and Bordeaux.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 6, 2023 Royal family announces state visit to France during Rugby World Cup King Charles and Queen Camilla to dine at Palace of Versailles banquet and meet sports stars
Radio France Internationale · Sep 6, 2023 French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne to restart stalled New Caledonia talks French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne will meet Wednesday with a group of New Caledonians in a bid to restart discussions on the institutional future of the Pacific archipelago.
Radio France Internationale · Sep 6, 2023 France goes back to school with abaya ban as government mulls uniforms Some 300 French students wore abayas on the first day of school, days after the Education Minister announced their banning. The issue of what Muslim students are allowed to wear in schools continues to stir debate in France, where reintroducing uniforms will be tested in the autumn.
Al Jazeera · Sep 5, 2023 France reportedly in talks with Niger for possible withdrawal of its troops Talks under way for the ‘partial withdrawal’ of troops amid frayed ties following July 26 coup, according to reports.
The Conversation · Sep 5, 2023 France in Africa: why Macron's policies increased distrust and anger French west Africa has experienced five coups in the past three years. Underpinning most of these coups is hostility towards France, a former colonial authority. Mohamed Bazoum of Niger’s downfall in July 2023 comes after coups in Mali in August 2020, Chad in April 2021, Burkina Faso in September 2022…
The Week · Sep 5, 2023 Pros and cons of national service The UK should reintroduce national service to tackle the country’s growing youth crisis, a think tank has argued.
Dynamite News · Sep 5, 2023 French President Emmanuel Macron to attend G20 Summit in Delhi, travel to B'desh next for bilateral visit French President Emmanuel Macron will travel to Delhi to participate in the G20 Summit taking place under India's presidency on September 9-10, and will then travel to Bangladesh for a bilateral visit. Read further on dynamite News:
The Hindu · Sep 5, 2023 Morning Digest | Manipur violence undermines India’s development strides: Meitei diaspora to PMO; Centre moots panel to evaluate carrying capacity of 13 Himalayan States, and more The Hindu’s Morning Digest brings readers a select list of stories to start the day