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'No more social media before 15': France passes landmark digital age law

French lawmakers have passed a landmark bill banning social media access for children under 15, making France the first European country to set a digital age limit.

The Times of India

Outrage in France as Macron appoints senator who fought gay marriage to key rights job

French lawmakers on Tuesday narrowly approved President Emmanuel Macron’s candidate to serve as Défenseur des droits (human rights ombdusman), despite vehement opposition from groups arguing that Senator François-Noël Buffet’s views run counter to the mission of defending the rights of the most vulnerable.

France 24

French lawmakers vote on social media ban for children

French lawmakers are voting on a law to ban social media for children under fifteen. This proposed legislation aims to protect minors from potential online harms and risks. If passed, France would join other nations considering similar restrictions on digital platforms. The new rules would require age verification systems for…

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France and Germany move to tackle EU’s growing trade deficit with China

France and Germany are pressing for a stronger European Union response to China’s growing trade surplus and industrial overcapacity, as concerns mount over the impact on key European sectors.

Radio France Internationale

France expected to approve social media ban for under-15s

PARIS — French lawmakers are expected to approve a bill banning social media access for children under 15 on Tuesday, putting France at the forefront of similar efforts in the European Union (EU).

Bangkok Post

French lawmakers expected to pass social media ban for children under 15

France's parliament is set to approve a social media ban for children under 15 on Tuesday after lawmakers from the upper and lower houses reached a compromise on the bill's text Monday. If the bill is approved, France will become the first country in Europe to put such a ban…

France 24

France welcomes Gabon's Oligui as mineral and military ties defy African rift

Gabon's President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema begins a three-day official visit to France on Monday, underlining the close relationship between Paris and one of its few remaining key allies in Francophone Africa.

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French MPs approve assisted-dying law

On Wednesday, French lawmakers approved a bill that will create a legal right to assisted dying for adults with incurable illnesses. The issue has been championed by President Emmanuel Macron but has been highly contentious politically. Still - opinion polls suggest that a large majority of the French population supports…

France 24

France-Morocco rapprochement overshadowed by fresh Pegasus spying claims

As France seeks to rebuild ties with Morocco after years of diplomatic tensions, a new investigation claims Moroccan intelligence targeted senior French officials with Israeli-made Pegasus spyware.

Radio France Internationale

Macron and Merz agree to deepen defence ties and push for tougher stance on China

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron to the Noervenich air base near Cologne on Friday for the 26th Franco-German ministerial council.

Euronews

A new entente? Bayeux tapestry’s UK arrival ‘closes loop’ on Brexit tensions

Culture secretary Lisa Nandy is among first viewers as epic embroidery is unpacked at British Museum, a landmark in Anglo-French diplomacy

The Guardian - UK

Germany and France initiate nuclear cooperation as Europe seeks greater security independence

Germany and France are set to deepen nuclear cooperation

The Independent UK

Germany to join French nuclear exercise in bid to boost defence cooperation

Germany will take part in a French nuclear exercise later this year, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Friday after key defence talks with French President Emmanuel Macron at an air base near Cologne. Merz said the two countries would also continue to develop the ‌cloud solution from ‌the FCAS joint fighter…

France 24

Germany to join French military nuclear exercise: Chancellor Friedrich Merz

Speaking at a press conference alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, Merz said a "strategic steering group" created by both countries would consider how to increase deterrence in the future.

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Merz hosts Macron in Cologne for key defence talks one month after FCAS initiative collapse

Macron and Merz are holding the critical talks in a symbolic setting where President Charles de Gaulle and Chancellor Konrad Adenauer previously met and agreed on establishing friendly Franco-German ties.

Radio France Internationale

UK Labour party to crown 'King of the North' Burnham as leader and next PM

The United Kingdom's ruling Labour party will confirm veteran politician Andy Burnham as its new leader, and the country's next prime minister, at a special conference on Friday. He becomes the UK's seventh prime minister in a decade, replacing Keir Starmer.

France 24

French PM Lecornu seeks deeper ties, energy cooperation on Morocco visit

France and Morocco moved on Thursday to strengthen a renewed partnership that has flourished over the past two years, with French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu hailing their "exceptionally positive" ties in Rabat.

Radio France Internationale

Macron toughens stance on arson, with dozens arrested as wildfires sweep France

French President Emmanuel Macron has said there would be "zero tolerance" for arson after France was hit by wildfires that have scorched thousands of hectares, as multiple heatwaves since May have dried out forests and fields. Dozens have been arrested across the country over starting fires, including a volunteer firefighter.

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France explored Pegasus spyware deal despite Morocco espionage claims

France briefly explored acquiring the controversial Pegasus spyware in 2019, according to media investigations, even as Morocco was allegedly using the Israeli-made surveillance tool to target French ministers. The report claims President Emmanuel Macron ultimately rejected the purchase to avoid reliance on foreign technology. Morocco has denied the spying allegations.

France 24

Macron vows to replant Fontainebleau forest after devastating wildfires

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday vowed to replant Fontainebleau forest after devastating wildfires blazed through at least 10% of the 20,000 hectare demain and forced hundreds of residents to flee. The historic forest, just south of Paris, draws hikers, climbers and nature lovers from all over the world every…

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer says UK support for Ukraine will ‘always endure’ on farewell visit

Sir Keir made a final visit to Ukraine as Prime Minister on Thursday.

The Independent UK

Outgoing Starmer to visit Ukraine for final talks with Zelensky as PM

The outgoing Labour leader is set to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv on Thursday

The Times of India

France to vote on assisted dying bill; critics warn of risks - all about Macron-backed end-of-life care

France's National Assembly is approaching a decisive vote on a divisive bill concerning assisted dying. With President Emmanuel Macron's support, the legislation lays out strict eligibility demands for adults. After thorough debates in parliament, it is set for a constitutional assessment. Detractors highlight fears of misuse and moral dilemmas associated…

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Explosions rock Kyiv after Moscow launches ballistic missile attack

At least 16 people killed across Ukraine in two days of Russian attacks

France 24

🔴 France’s lower house adopts final text of landmark right-to-die law

France's National Assembly on Wednesday adopted a bill that will create a legal right to assisted dying for adults with incurable illnesses, capping ‌years of intense ethical ⁠and political debate. French President Emmanuel Macron, who promised such a law during his re-election campaign, hailed lawmakers' "respectful debate" on the issue…

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