The Latest Breaking News from France

Baby flamingo missing from Cornwall wildlife park found living in France

Frankie the flamingo has been positively identified after photographs showed her in Brittany

The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2025

France’s top court upholds Le Pen’s dismissal as local councillor

France’s Council of State has confirmed the dismissal of far right leader Marine Le Pen from her role as departmental councillor, following her conviction in March for using EU funds to pay party staff and a five-year ban from holding public office.

Radio France Internationale · Nov 11, 2025

France rejects airline tax hike, pushes global adoption at COP30

France has no intention of further increasing the "solidarity tax" on airline tickets, its transport ministry said on Tuesday, adding that current discussions on the sidelines of COP30 aim to "encourage other countries" to use such mechanisms to finance sustainable development.

Radio France Internationale · Nov 11, 2025

Europe commemorates Armistice Day, marking the end of World War I

Belgium unveiled a renovated memorial in Ypres, France's President Macron paid tribute, and the UK held wreath-laying ceremonies for Armistice Day, marking the end of WWI.

Euronews · Nov 11, 2025

Space no longer peaceful, President Macron set to say in new space strategy review

France and Europe must be prepared to defend their interests in the orbit too, the French leader is expected to say on Wednesday, as space becomes a key element in the global struggle for security.

Euronews · Nov 11, 2025

Exiled Syrian opens up about death-defying smuggling operation that showed proof of Assad's cruelty

It’s been more than a decade since tens of thousands of photos started appearing online showing the broken bodies and torture sites under President Bashar Assad’s rule in Syria

The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2025

Is this the ultimate Christmas gift for a cyclist? Secure VIP access to the Tour de France Grand Départ 2026 with Seat Unique

Seat Unique offers official VIP experiences to major sporting events and has incredible Stage One 2026 tickets for the thrilling Team Time Trial around the streets of Barcelona, Spain

Cycling Weekly · Nov 11, 2025

Ten years on, survivors still struggle with trauma of deadly Paris terror attacks

France is preparing to commemorate on Thursday the 10th anniversary of the Paris terror attacks by the so-called Islamic State group.

Euronews · Nov 11, 2025

Macron to host Palestinian Authority leader Abbas to discuss Gaza ceasefire

French President Emmanuel Macron is to host the head of the Palestinian Authority, Mahmoud Abbas in Paris on Tuesday to discuss the future of Gaza after the US-brokered agreement that implemented a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

Radio France Internationale · Nov 11, 2025

100,000 take part in controversial Poland independence march, authorities say – as it happened

Thousand attend event organised primarily by nationalist and far-right groups to mark 107th anniversary of independence

The Guardian - UK · Nov 11, 2025