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Macron plan to recognise Palestine puts pressure on Starmer to choose a course

Prime minister risks either provoking mutiny in his cabinet and party over Gaza or alienating White House

The Guardian - UK

France Defends Move To Recognise Palestinian State

France defended its decision to recognise Palestinian statehood amid domestic and international criticism on Friday, including against the charge that the move plays into the hands of militant group Hamas.

International Business Times

France’s top court annuls arrest warrant for Bashar al-Assad

Judges rule document invalid as former Syrian leader had immunity as head of state

The Guardian - UK

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'Maybe I look good, but I don't feel good' –Marlen Reusser battling back from illness to compete at Tour de France Femmes

'I ate something that made me vomit during one night, and I'm not in a good place again' says Movistar leader

Cycling News

Channel crossings: life in ‘microcamps’ on the French border, and how they are changing crossing attempts

I have spent the past two years examining the living conditions in informal refugee camps along the northern coast of France as part of an ongoing research project on borders. These sites are where people gather before attempting to cross the Channel to the UK.

The Conversation

'It can help me if I'm really suffering' –Demi Vollering says she's not using 2024 Tour de France Femmes crash as motivation for this year's race

'I'm more living in the moment. That's something I want to do and not think so much' says 2023 race winner

Cycling News

Remco Evenepoel reveals he raced the Tour de France with a fractured rib as Red Bull transfer talk returns

'It’s OK to stop. It’s OK to feel tired. It’s OK to be human' - Belgian says in emotional Instagram post

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Yellow Jersey: This history of the most iconic piece of clothing in sport

The symbol of the Tour de France, and a jersey that some people think you shouldn't wear when out riding your bike

Cycling Weekly

Macron's Palestine recognition: Does it matter?

Observers point out that by recognising Palestine, French President Emmanuel Macron hopes to pressure his European allies, including the United Kingdom, Germany and Italy, to take a stance and revive the long-defunct two-state solution.

Euronews

Anas Sarwar supports 'immediate recognition' of Palestinian state

ANAS Sarwar has expressed his support for recognising the state of Palestine ...

The National (Scotland)

France just made a massive diplomatic move that has Israel and the US absolutely furious

Macron moved first, and now the pressure's on.

We Got This Covered

Militant George Abdallah arrives in Lebanon after more than 40 years in French detention

A Lebanese pro-Palestinian communist militant has arrived in Lebanon following his release after more than 40 years in detention in France

The Independent UK

Iran Meets European Powers Amid Threats Of UN Sanctions Snapback

Iranian diplomats met counterparts from Germany, Britain and France on Friday for renewed nuclear talks, amid warnings that the three European powers could trigger "snapback" sanctions outlined under the 2015 deal.

International Business Times

Lebanese militant Georges Abdallah freed after 40 years in French prison

Georges Ibrahim Abdallah, a Lebanese militant and figurehead of Palestinian resistance, has been freed after more than four decades in a French prison.

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Two good, two bad, too late – Philippa York analyses the tactical miscalculations of the key stages of the 2025 Tour de France

From a masterclass on Ventoux to mismanagement on the queen stage, Philippa York takes a deep dive into the decisions that gifted Pogačar his vast margin.

The Independent UK

Marco Rubio says France’s recognition of Palestinian state is ‘slap in the face for 7 October victims’

UK is facing growing calls to recognise Palestine but the Trump administration has condemned the move

Cycling Weekly

'I expect chaos' - what does the Tour de France peloton really think of the new final stage in Paris?

A hilly finale will replace the usual procession of the 21st stage. Tom Davidson asks riders if it’s what they really want

Tom’s Guide

How to watch Tour de France Femmes 2025: live stream cycling online from anywhere - stage 9

Here's how to watch the Tour de France Femmes 2025 live from anywhere, as the riders take on the longest version of this race ever.

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Will the next French rider to win the Tour de France be Pauline Ferrand-Prévot? Embracing expectation and pressure in the hunt for the yellow jersey

'It is the beauty of the sport. We don't know how I can be in nine days of racing. It is also good to discover my limits and to see what I am able to do' says Olympic and Paris-Roubaix Champion ahead of Brittany Grand Départ

Euronews

Macron faces backlash from US and Israel over recognition of Palestine

The move to formalise France's recognition of Palestine, announced on Thursday, sparked immediate backlash from Israel and the US, while it was welcomed by several European and Arab leaders.

The Guardian - AU

UK, France and Germany call for immediate end to ‘humanitarian catastrophe’ in Gaza and say Israel must lift aid restrictions – as it happened

Joint statement says: ‘Withholding essential humanitarian assistance to the civilian population is unacceptable’

The National (Scotland)

France to recognise Palestine as UK to hold 'emergency talks'

France is officially set to recognise the state of Palestine, as pressure mounts on Keir Starmer to do the same

Radio France Internationale

France to recognise Palestinian statehood, defying US-Israel backlash

France faces sharp criticism from Israel and the US after announcing plans to recognise Palestinian statehood, in a bold move to revive peace efforts.

The Independent UK

Voices: It’s time for the UK to recognise Palestine

COMMENT: The natural reaction of the British public to the scenes of starvation and death in Gaza is to call on politicians to do something – Emily Thornberry, chair of the foreign affairs select committee, says Keir Starmer must follow France and formally recognise Palestinian statehood

Radio France Internationale

France’s highest court to rule on arrest warrant for ex-Syrian president Assad

France’s top court is set to decide whether international law can override immunity for former heads of state, specifically in the case of an arrest warrant for ousted Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad.

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