The Latest Breaking News from France

French President Emmanuel Macron and new Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni held talks in Rome on Sunday in the first, though informal, meeting between the two political leaders.

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Sunday he believed there was a chance for peace in Ukraine, even as Russia warned the conflict there could escalate.

As the Black Ferns graduate to the quarterfinals of the Rugby World Cup, selections are crystallising for coach Wayne Smith. And Theresa Fitzpatrick may have claimed the No.12 jersey.

A biopic of the late Simone Veil, one of France's most admired public figures, has received some damning reviews, but its success at the box office shows there's an appetite for tales of strong women and dark periods in French history.

Russia's Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu held phone calls on Sunday with his French and Turkish counterparts, to discuss the Ukraine crisis, officials said. Meanwhile, residents in the southern Kherson region have been to evacuate, while elsewhere, millions found themselves without electricity due to Russian airstrikes on infrastructure.

Sangare is joining Rohan Smith's squad in 2023.

Salford scrum-half, 31, made his Test debut in 42-18 win over France which saw the likes of Ryan Hall, Dom Young and Jack Welsby run riot, raising hopes of a first-ever tournament glory for the hosts.

The French government said on Sunday that France was on the right track over further easing the problem of petrol service stations not having enough petrol due to strikes at oil refineries, which had hit motorists around the country.

Varane was forced to leave Manchester United's draw at Chelsea with a hamstring injury, potentially ruling him out of the World Cup, leaving France searching for a replacement

The "electric ant" or "little fire ant", an invasive species nicknamed for its painful sting, has been detected for the first time in France. The insect measures only 1.5 millimetres, but represents a threat to biodiversity.

French President Emmanuel Macron is in Rome on Sunday for the start of a three-day peace summit hosted by the Community of Sant’Egidio, a Catholic charity known for its efforts to promote interfaith dialogue, notably in Africa. He will also meet with Pope Francis on Monday.