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Dearth of mosques in France leaves Muslims short of space to pray

With just 2,600 places of worship for some five million Muslims, France has a shortage of mosques – and securing permits and financing for new religious sites is notoriously difficult. That leaves many worshippers struggling to find a place to pray, especially during the holy month of Ramadan.

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Macron Acknowledges France's Role In Rwanda Genocide

French President Macron admits France's failure to prevent Rwanda genocide, seeks reconciliation with Rwanda. Macron's acknowledgment comes ahead of the 30...

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1994 genocide in Rwanda: Macron admits France could have stopped massacres

In tonight's edition: As Kigali gears up to mark a painful anniversary, France's president acknowledges that his country could have stopped the 1994 genocide in Rwanda, but lacked the will to do so. Also, the former South African parliamentary speaker is arrested after being charged with corruption. Staying in South…

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Met bust drug-smuggling gang who had recruited Border Force officer to bring haul from France

Four guilty over large scale import of drugs from across the channel including a Border Force official

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France's Descendants Address Slavery And Education History

Descendants in France unite to address historical ties to slavery through education and reconciliation efforts.

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It's official: England are FOUR times better than Germany

Gerd Muller, Thomas Muller, Andres Moller! We beat them all! Muller Fruit Corner, can you hear me? Your boys took a hell of a beating!

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France Acknowledges Lack Of Will To Stop Rwanda Genocide

French President Macron acknowledges France's role in the 1994 Rwanda genocide, signaling a shift in relations with Rwanda.

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Rwanda, 30 years on: France to recognise failure to stop genocide

How to prevent a genocide? Rwanda is marking 30 years since the slaughter of an estimated 800,000 Tutsis and moderate Hutus. During those 100 days of horror, a stunned international community watched from the sidelines. On that score, France's president is slated to recognise the international community's failure to prevent…

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Morgan Charriere expresses ‘weird feelings’ of fighting at UFC Apex after debuting in front of 15,000 in France

UFC's Morgan Charriere debuted in front of over 15,000 fans at home in France. His second fight will be in the virtually empty UFC Apex.

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France and allies 'could have stopped' 1994 Rwanda genocide, Macron says

French President Emmanuel Macron said Thursday that France and its allies could have stopped the 1994 Rwanda genocide but lacked the will to do so, a strong declaration ahead of the African country's 30th anniversary of the slaughter that left over 800,000 people dead.

France 24

Drones Deliver Drugs, Food To French Prison Cells

In the dead of night a drone hovers over a prison in southern France, secretly dropping packages to inmates inside.

International Business Times

Bezzecchi still does not feel "automatic" on Ducati GP23 in MotoGP

Having finished third in his sophomore campaign last year with victories in Argentina, France and India, Bezzecchi was expected to carry his form into 2024 as he moved to the GP23 bike with which Francesco Bagnaia won the 2023 title for the factory Ducati team.

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Macron Denounces 'Threatening' Russia Remarks After Rare Phone Talks

President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday condemned Russia's "threatening" tone following rare phone talks between the French and Russian defence ministers that only served to underline the gaping gulf between Moscow and Europe two years into the invasion of Ukraine.

International Business Times

Bezzecchi still not feeling "automatic" on Ducati GP23 MotoGP bike

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'La France moche': It’s not all châteaux and vineyards!

Have you heard of "La France moche", or ugly France? In this episode, we discuss how the expression is often used to describe shopping centres on the outskirts of French towns and cities. We also find out how the government wants to beautify these areas, which are particularly popular with…

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Lebanon's PM Denies Money Laundering Allegations, French Complaint Filed

Lebanon's PM Najib Mikati denies money laundering allegations after complaint filed in France by anti-corruption groups. Ongoing scrutiny of financial prac...

France 24

Economist James K. Boyce on the link between inequality and the environment

A world-renowned political and social economist, who is in Paris to receive a new international award for his work, has told FRANCE 24 how economists have forgotten a vitally important fact. James K. Boyce says that what matters is "not simply the total size of the economic pie, but also…

International Business Times

French Court To Issue Verdict Over 2018 Christmas Market Attack

A French court will deliver its verdict Thursday for four men charged in connection with the 2018 Christmas market attack in France's eastern city of Strasbourg, which left five people dead and 11 wounded.

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Macron dismisses Russia’s ‘ridiculous’ remarks suggesting Paris had a role in Moscow attack

French President Emmanuel Macron dismissed Thursday as “ridiculous” Russia's defense minister's remarks suggesting Ukraine and France could had a role in last month's deadly Moscow concert hall attack.

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Macron Denounces 'Threatening' Remarks From Russia After Rare Phone Talks

President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday denounced as "bizarre and threatening" Russia's tone following rare phone talks between the defence ministers of France and Russia, their first contact since 2022.

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Lebanon's PM Denies Money Laundering Allegations In France

Lebanon's billionaire caretaker prime minister refutes money laundering accusations after complaint filed in France.

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White cliffs to wetlands; discovering France’s Pas-de-Calais

Too many of us bypass the closest part of France to the UK – those who linger enjoy soaring chalk cliffs, vast beaches, superb seafood and verdant marshes ideal for exploring by boat

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Rare phone call between French, Russian defence ministers

France and Russia have had different takeaways from a phone call on Wednesday between French Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu and his Russian counterpart Sergei Shoigu – a rare instance of high-level contact between the two countries, whose relationship has been strained by the war in Ukraine.

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After 75 years of mutual defence, NATO eyes an uncertain future

Seventy-five years after it was founded on 4 April 1949 in the wake of World War II, the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation – better known as NATO – is bigger than ever. But allies worry that a rising current of isolationism in American politics could lead to a drop in…

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Russia Warns France Against Sending Troops To Ukraine

Russia warns France over potential troop deployment to Ukraine, highlighting tensions and geopolitical complexities.

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