The Latest Breaking News from France

When is the French Open draw? Seeds and wildcards ahead of second Grand Slam

Action at Roland Garros kicks off on Sunday

Evening Standard · May 21, 2025

The 2025 Tour de France will climb Montmartre just 6km from the finish on final stage

Two-time Tour champion Jonas Vingegaard says the addition of the 1.1km, 5.9% climb is 'not really' a good idea

Cycling News · May 21, 2025

France pushes for action as high seas treaty hangs in the balance

After decades of negotiations, a landmark treaty to protect the world’s high seas stands at a turning point – and France is urging countries to ratify it before a major UN ocean summit opens in Nice next month.

Radio France Internationale · May 21, 2025

Three dead and two missing after floods ravage French Riviera

Severe thunderstorms and flooding have caused deaths and destruction in the Var region of southeastern France.

Euronews · May 21, 2025

A moment that changed me: I thought I’d never fit in in rural France – until a revelation at the boulangerie

I’d spent 10 years trying to be more like my goat-farming neighbours. What if I stressed my ‘Britishness’ instead?

The Guardian - UK · May 21, 2025

'Nice's most desirable home' belonged to Sean Connery – it's a preserved architectural wonder, and an Art Deco lover's dream

The original James Bond's former abode in Mount Boron, France, features preserved architectural details and luxury amenities, all with a view of the coast

Homes & Gardens · May 21, 2025

Defeated Romanian ultranationalist ‘will ask court to annul election’

George Simion claims presidential election rerun was subject to foreign interference, like last year’s annulled ballot

The Guardian - UK · May 20, 2025

UK, France, Canada warn Israel of sanctions: Is opinion shifting on Gaza?

UK imposes sanctions on Israeli settlers as European leaders mount pressure on Israel to end its Gaza offensive.

Al Jazeera · May 20, 2025

Democratic Senator Under Fire for 'Disappointing' Vote to Make Trump-Pardoned Charles Kushner an Ambassador: 'I'm Furious'

Sen. Cory Booker drew backlash for backing Charles Kushner's confirmation as U.S. ambassador to France, making him the only Democrat to support the nominee.

International Business Times · May 20, 2025

Three Dead As Thunderstorms Hit Southeastern France

At least three people died, including a couple in their eighties, when thunderstorms hit southeast France on Tuesday, leaving behind what one official described as "scenes of war".

International Business Times · May 20, 2025