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Bardella Denies Allegations of Anti-Semitic Writings from 2013
Investigative outlet Mediapart reported on alleged anti-Semitic writings by Jordan Bardella from 2013. Bardella has formally denied the claims, calling them 'blatant falsehoods' and 'gross forgeries'. Marine Le Pen defended Bardella, suggesting the allegations were a fabrication.
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Politics · European UnionPope Leo criticises France's assisted dying law
Pope Leo delivered a speech in France on September 25, 2026, opposing the country’s newly enacted assisted-dying law. He addressed President Emmanuel Macron, warning that profit-driven science could promote surrogacy, organ trade, genetic manipulation and assisted death.
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PoliticsEleven to stand trial for Thomas Perotto murder in France
Eleven individuals will face trial for the murder of Thomas Perotto in Crépol, France, with judges including racism as an aggravating circumstance. This decision reverses the public prosecutor's earlier stance. A twelfth suspect faces charges for violent acts.
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Politics · Middle EastNetanyahu flew through Canadian airspace with ICC arrest warrant active
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu travelled through Canadian airspace on Thursday, September 24, 2026, while an international arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court was in effect. France defended its decision to allow the overflight, citing international law.
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Politics · United KingdomAnand checks on Netanyahu's flight path over Canada
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand is checking whether Benjamin Netanyahu, facing an international arrest warrant, will fly through Canadian airspace. France has granted permission for Netanyahu's plane to fly over its territory for the fifth time since the ICC warrant was issued.
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Politics · Middle EastMacron's Hamas remark sparks Israeli backlash and French clarification
Emmanuel Macron's statement at the UN General Assembly that Hamas has never operated in the West Bank drew sharp criticism from Israel. French officials later clarified that the president meant Hamas does not govern the West Bank.
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Politics · European UnionKremlin says Russia poses no threat to France or Europe
The Kremlin has stated that Russia does not threaten France or any European country, dismissing recent remarks by National Rally leaders Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella as false. Moscow asserts that no disputes exist with European states that could lead to serious disagreements.
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Conflict & Security · European UnionRiots Erupt Near Tours After Police Motorcycle Collision
Riots broke out in Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, near Tours, following a collision between a police car and a motorcycle. The incident led to multiple vehicles being burned, police officers injured, and arrests.
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Politics · Middle EastIran closes French embassy-linked language centre in Tehran
Iranian authorities have sealed a French language centre affiliated with the French embassy in Tehran. The closure was ordered by the Tehran prosecutor's office, which accused the centre of illegal activities and operating without a license.
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Politics · European UnionGabriel Attal proposes 'United States of Europe'
French presidential candidate Gabriel Attal has proposed the creation of a 'United States of Europe'. He stated that the current 27-member EU has reached its limits and advocated for a two-speed model and joint European debt.
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Politics · United KingdomBurnham and Macron meet at Downing Street to discuss defence and migration
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham met French President Emmanuel Macron at Downing Street on Thursday, 3 September 2026. They discussed defence, energy, support for Ukraine, European security, small-boat migration, and UK-EU relations. Burnham announced an increase in French officers deployed to tackle Channel crossings.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussia threatens UK military targets over missile supplies to Ukraine
Russia has threatened to strike British military targets inside and outside Ukraine in response to Ukrainian attacks using British-supplied missiles. The warning comes after the UK agreed to share secret technology for Ukraine to produce its own long-range missiles, a move France has also licensed.
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Business & EconomyFrance and Saudi Arabia Sign Deal for Three Paris Theme Parks
France and Saudi Arabia have signed a memorandum of understanding for a €6 billion Saudi investment to build three theme parks near Paris. The project, led by Qiddiya, is expected to create 22,000 direct jobs and includes a manga-themed park.
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Conflict & SecurityTwo antisemitic incidents in France and Germany filmed and shared online
A Jewish couple in France were told by a man calling himself 'Paddy from Ireland' that he was sorry Hitler had not 'finished the job', then threatened with shooting. In Germany, a drunk 36-year-old gave the Hitler salute and threatened women and children on a playground. Both incidents were filmed and shared widely.
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Climate · European UnionWildfire in southern France forces evacuations as 200 firefighters battle flames
A wildfire in southern France’s Lozère region burned 90 hectares on Sunday, forcing the evacuation of two hamlets. Over 200 firefighters, supported by aircraft, were deployed after officials said the fire may have been sparked by a vehicle on a local road.
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PoliticsJulie Tétart’s record-breaking season in France sparks WNBA debate
French basketball player Julie Tétart, who came out as transgender in 2021, averaged 21 points and 20 rebounds per game in the 2025-26 LF2 season, winning multiple awards. She said she would not reject a WNBA offer, though she acknowledged her age and competition as obstacles. The story has drawn attention amid broader debates over transgender athletes in women’s sports.
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