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Revamp of French parliament building faces criticism over cost and heritage

Plans to modernise visitor facilities at the French National Assembly have become a battleground, with opponents questioning both the €53 million price tag and the proposed design.

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France's National Assembly approves assisted dying bill after Senate rejection

The French National Assembly has passed the assisted dying bill — a law that has sparked controversy across the country — following the Senate's rejection.

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The party is over: Why France is looking to tighten its grip on free parties

On Monday, the French National Assembly will start reviewing a new governmental bill aiming to crack down on unauthorised outdoor gatherings, or 'free parties'.

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Macron greets French pair back in Paris after 'terrible' three-year ordeal in Iran

Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris, both teachers, were arrested in May 2022 at the end of a trip to Iran that their families say was for tourism and jailed on espionage charges.

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Jean-Marie Le Pen's Legacy And Marine Le Pen's Rise

Explore the controversial legacy of Jean-Marie Le Pen and the rising political influence of daughter Marine Le Pen in French politics.

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Watch view of French National Assembly as country faces political deadlock after election result

Watch a view of the French National Assembly on Monday 8 July after surprise election results.

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French election: far-right government blocked as Le Pen’s alliance pushed into third place

And so it did not come to pass. For all the expectation – and yes, fear among some in France and around the world – the far-right has failed in its bid to gain a majority in the French National Assembly (the lower house of France’s parliament).

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Ukrainian President Zelensky Draws Parallels Between WWII And Russia Conflict

Ukrainian President Zelensky draws parallels between WWII and current conflict with Russia, highlighting resilience and solidarity with France.

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Curfew imposed in New Caledonia after violent protests against constitutional reform

The local government in New Caledonia has called for calm after violence broke out during protests to changes to the constitution being debated in the French National Assembly, which are denounced by supporters of independence for the overseas territory in the Pacific.

Radio France Internationale

Brazil's Lula to meet Macron as France blocks Mercosur-EU trade deal

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is among the 50 world leaders in Paris Thursday for a global development and climate summit, and he will hold 'bilateral' talks with French President Emmanuel Macron, where he hopes to discuss the stalled Mercosur trade deal.

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