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Madagascar President Hangs On To Power As Thousands Protest

President Andry Rajoelina ratcheted up tensions in Madagascar Tuesday by dissolving the National Assembly to block a vote to force him out of office as thousands gathered for new protests calling for his resignation.

International Business Times · Oct 14, 2025

Funding crunch puts one in three French NGOs at risk, survey shows

A budget crisis and shrinking public funding are squeezing France’s 1.4 million NGOs, and a new survey shows 30 percent of them lack sufficient cash flow, putting their work at risk.

Radio France Internationale · Oct 14, 2025

NATO chief Mark Rutte mocks Russia over 'limping' submarine in English Channel

The Russian submarine Novorossiysk had surfaced off the coast of France last week and was later escorted by the Dutch navy in the North Sea.

Euronews · Oct 14, 2025

Employment of recent university graduates in Europe: Which countries offer the best job prospects?

Euronews Business takes a closer look at the employment rates of recent higher education graduates, including the gender gap.

Euronews · Oct 14, 2025

Lecornu unveils budget as France faces tough talks on spending

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu will present the draft 2026 budget to his new cabinet on Tuesday – the first big test for his government as parliament prepares for a tense debate on spending cuts and debt.

Radio France Internationale · Oct 14, 2025

France Held In Iceland As Germany And Belgium Close On 2026 World Cup

Injury-hit France were held to a 2-2 draw by Iceland in 2026 World Cup qualifying on Monday, while Germany won in Northern Ireland with a Nick Woltemade goal and Belgium beat Wales to stand on the brink of a place at next year's finals.

International Business Times · Oct 14, 2025

Sweden suffer shock defeat to Kosovo to leave World Cup hopes hanging by thread

Sweden’s loss wasn’t the only upset of the night as France were held by Iceland

The Independent UK · Oct 13, 2025

Iceland 2-2 France: Jean-Philippe Mateta scores first senior international goal as Les Bleus held

Didier Dechamps will have to wait until November to confirm his place at next summer’s World Cup

Evening Standard · Oct 13, 2025

Trump sets sights on peace with Iran as he hails ‘end of Gaza war’

In speech to Israeli Knesset hours after hostages released, US president spoke of ‘historic dawn of new Middle East’

The Guardian - UK · Oct 13, 2025

How to watch Iceland vs France: Live streams as Les Bleus look to seal World Cup qualification

Didier Deschamps and Les Bleus could secure their World Cup 2026 spot – here's how to watch Iceland vs France online, on TV, and from anywhere today.

FourFourTwo · Oct 13, 2025