The Latest Breaking News from France

Maro Itoje reveals he turned down huge money from French clubs to become England captain

If Itoje had moved to France he would have become ineligible for England selection

The Independent UK · Feb 7, 2025

France admits more foreign doctors than ever before, but inequalities remain

Nearly 4,000 doctors with qualifications from outside the European Union passed France’s medical licensing exam last year, according to the Health Ministry. While this marks an increase from the previous year, foreign doctors have voiced frustration over restrictive quotas and unequal treatment within the French healthcare system.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 7, 2025

France to handover last military base in Côte d'Ivoire as retreat from West Africa continues

France is preparing to hand Côte d'Ivoire back its only military base in the country in a ceremony on 20 February, further diminishing French influence in West Africa.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 7, 2025

France delivers first Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets to Ukraine amid uncertainty over US support

France has officially delivered its first batch of Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets to Ukraine, marking a significant boost to Kyiv’s air defense capabilities amid its ongoing war with Russia. The delivery comes at a critical time, as concerns grow over wavering Western support and as Ukraine faces increasing challenges on…

Radio France Internationale · Feb 7, 2025

‘It smells of salt marshes, maritime pines, peace and quiet’: readers’ favourite travel discoveries in France

Our tipsters share their French delights, from fresh oysters and mountain trains to surf beaches and pretty harbour towns

The Guardian - UK · Feb 7, 2025

Is England vs France on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch Six Nations clash

Everything you need to know ahead of the Six Nations fixture

The Independent UK · Feb 7, 2025

Galthié hails ‘genius’ Marcus Smith as France make two changes to starting XV

France’s head coach, Fabien Galthié, said Marcus Smith ‘carries genius with him’ as his side prepared to face England at Twickenham

The Guardian - UK · Feb 6, 2025

‘Tough and brave’ Fin Smith backed to star on first England start against France

The 22-year-old Northampton player will start at fly-half while Marcus Smith replaces Freddie Steward at full-back.

The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2025

France targets traffickers and recreational drug users as minister warns of a 'tsunami of cocaine'

France is launching a campaign against drug use and trafficking amid record cocaine seizures and deadly shootings

The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2025

Fin Smith starts as England fly-half against France as Steve Borthwick gambles on Marcus Smith switch

Northampton star seen as a more strategic No10, with Quins man asked to provide a counter-attacking threat from deep

Evening Standard · Feb 6, 2025