The Latest Breaking News from France

Ratings agency Moody's downgraded France's outlook Friday, opening the door to a potential credit rating cut as it cited concerns over the country's finances.

France's top tennis player Ugo Humbert was drawn on Friday to take on the American Brandon Nakashima in the opening round at the Paris Masters which starts on Monday.

France must take "credible" steps to tackle its high deficit, its new finance minister said Thursday, shortly before a major credit ratings agency gives its verdict on the country's sovereign debt.

France has a history of granting political asylum to Kurdish nationalists from Turkey who risk prison and torture back home. But recent deportations of Kurdish activists show a growing rift between the French state and its judiciary. One of these deportations has since been ruled illegal on appeal.

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Pelicot waived anonymity and took the stand after her husband drugged her and invited 50 men to assault her over 10 years.

Scotland and Wales are competing in Euro 2025 qualifying play-offs to try and bag their spot at next year's tournament

French mining firm Eramet is suspending plans to build a battery recycling plant in northern France as Europe’s electric vehicle (EV) sector struggles. Despite this, it's taking back full control of a lithium mine project in Argentina – crucial for tapping global demand for EV batteries.

France’s culture minister unveils plans to hit non-EU citizens with extra charges for top tourism sites

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