The Latest Breaking News from France

US, allies pledge unity on Russia; to do what isn't as clear

President Joe Biden has rallied European allies to pledge as one that they will take tough measures against Russia if it rolls troops into Ukraine

The Independent UK · Jan 19, 2022

Rivals say Macron is using EU as springboard for French vote

French President Emmanuel Macron has pledged to make the European Union more powerful as his country holds the bloc’s presidency for six months

The Independent UK · Jan 19, 2022

French EU lawmakers lash out at Macron in rare direct exchange

French members of the European Parliament (MEPs) seized a rare opportunity on Wednesday to attack President Emmanuel Macron directly, three months before France's presidential election.

Reuters · Jan 19, 2022

Greece receives first Rafale fighter jets from France

Six new Rafale fighter jets flew low over the Acropolis in central Athens on Wednesday, the first planes purchased under a defence deal with France that has further stirred tensions with Greece's historic rival and NATO partner Turkey.

Reuters · Jan 19, 2022

Juventus director explains what must change to sign Anthony Martial from Manchester United

The wantaway France international has already told Ralf Rangnick he wants to leave Old Trafford this month.

Manchester Evening News · Jan 19, 2022

France moves to further protect children against online pornography

French MPs have voted unanimously in favour of a law to protect children from violence and pornographic content on the internet by forcing manufacturers to pre-install free, user-friendly parental control tools on their devices. The bill now goes to the Senate for approval.

Radio France Internationale · Jan 19, 2022

When does the Six Nations start and how do I get tickets? Fixtures, TV information and more

The tournament kicks off in February

Irish Mirror · Jan 19, 2022

Matteo Guendouzi issues three-word message after Arsenal’s latest confirmed transfer deal

The on-loan Arsenal man has welcomed the Bosnian defender to the Stade Velodrome after he sealed a move to France

Football London · Jan 19, 2022

France's EU presidency: Macron calls for European 'collective security' pact, dialogue with Russia

French President Emmanuel Macron urged Europe to invest in its own collective security framework in the face of Russian military moves on the bloc’s doorstep. He also called for a “frank” EU dialogue with Russia in his address to the European Parliament on Wednesday at the start of France’s six-month…

France 24 · Jan 19, 2022

IHU: Why we shouldn’t be worried about the latest new Covid variant

Strain identified in France predates Omicron yet has failed to take off globally in the same way

The Independent UK · Jan 19, 2022