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Socialist Emmanuel Grégoire elected Paris mayor, as National Rally fails to take key cities

City hall veteran beats rightwinger Rachida Dati in French capital, while far-right RN fails to win Marseille and Toulon in French local elections

The Guardian - UK

King Harold's 200-mile march to Battle of Hastings a 'myth', historian says

King Harold's legendary 200-mile march across England to confront the invading William the Conqueror at the famous Battle of Hastings in 1066 is probably a "myth", recent research suggests. Rather than racing on foot, the Anglo-Saxon leader more likely relied on a coordinated naval strategy.

Radio France Internationale

France local elections: a key test one year before the country's presidential election

One year before Emmanuel Macron’s term ends, parties will be able to gauge their strength in the second round of the local elections, with tight races in major cities, such as Paris, Marseille and Lyon.

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Mayoral races in balance as voting opens in last round of French local elections

Electoral alliances expected to play vital role in number of contests including Paris and Marseille

The Guardian - UK

Is Europe going to be forced to return to nuclear energy?

With the EU still importing over 50% of its energy and facing persistently high electricity bills, the debate over a nuclear revival to ensure independence and affordability has been reignited.

Euronews

Slovenia decides not to join ICJ case against Israel as political scandals deepen

Slovenia's Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon said she regretted the government's move not to join South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the ICJ, claiming that external "pressure" had contributed to the decision.

Euronews

French navy boards tanker in Mediterranean suspected of being part of Russia's shadow fleet

The interception took place in the Western Mediterranean and was carried out in cooperation with allies, including the United Kingdom, which monitored the ship.

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UK supported French operation to board ‘shadow fleet’ tanker

Defence Secretary John Healey said he was proud of the UK armed forces for their role in the French operation in the Mediterranean.

Evening Standard

Strava fitness app reportedly reveals location of France aircraft carrier at sea

A French navy member was reportedly shown jogging in circles on a ship in the middle of the sea northwest of Cyprus, according to his public profile on the Strava fitness tracking app.

Euronews

French sailor gave away location of nuclear-powered warship in Middle East by logging run on Strava

The sailor publicly uploaded his run to the fitness app, revealing the position and direction of the Charles de Gaulle ship

The Independent UK

Macron pushes for tougher EU digital rule enforcement ahead of key elections

In a letter sent to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, French President Emmanuel Macron called for tighter rules on social media platforms to curb foreign interference, as France faces ongoing attempts to influence its municipal election campaign.

Euronews

French navy boards a tanker in the Mediterranean suspected of being part of Russia's shadow fleet

Authorities say the French navy has intercepted a tanker suspected of helping Russia dodge oil sanctions over its war on Ukraine

The Independent UK

Officer’s Strava activity reveals location of French aircraft carrier in eastern Mediterranean

A French officer inadvertently revealed the location of the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle by publicly recording a run on the Strava app. The vessel, deployed to the eastern Mediterranean, was reportedly northwest of Cyprus. This incident highlights ongoing security concerns with fitness app data, following similar past exposures.

The Times of India

French foreign minister Barrot to discuss war in Middle East during Israel visit

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot is due in Israel on Friday to discuss the conflict in the Middle East and ways to de-escalate the fighting that has engulfed the region since Israeli and American forces struck targets in Iran on 28 February.

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France's Macron urges ceasefire as Hormuz shipping risks grow

French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday called for de-escalation of the three-week conflict in the Middle East, as France and five other countries said they were ready to help ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

Euronews

'Nobody can blackmail us': Leaders excoriate Orbán's veto as he tests EU limits

The Hungarian leader ups the rhetoric ahead of an April election, pushing the limits of EU rules close to breaking point. António Costa sees his authority challenged in the biggest test yet as European Council president.

The Guardian - UK

Iran says it will show ‘zero restraint’ if energy infrastructure is targeted again

Foreign minister issues warning after Israeli attack on South Pars gasfield, as Qatar reels from retaliatory strike

Axios

Seven U.S. allies back potential Strait of Hormuz coalition

The U.K. led the charge, but the statement is only symbolic for now.

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The Guardian - AU

Trump threatens to ‘blow up’ all of Iran’s South Pars gasfield if Tehran strikes Qatar

US president says ‘extremely important and valuable’ site will be targeted if Iran continues to attack Qatar facilities

The Mary Sue

‘We don’t need them’: Donald Trump declares while still begging NATO for help with Iran

President Donald Trump thinks that the United States can handle the war without its allies. But in the same luncheon, Trump lashes out at NATO for its lack of enthusiasm in the Iran war.

Radio France Internationale

What to watch in the deciding round of France's local elections

Voters cast their ballots on Sunday in the second round of elections that will decide who runs France's biggest cities. Beyond selecting local mayors and councillors, the polls could give clues which way French voters are leaning – and what deals parties are prepared to do – ahead of a…

Radio France Internationale

Macron unveils 'France Libre' as France’s next aircraft carrier

President Emmanuel Macron announced on Wednesday that France's next aircraft carrier will be named France Libre, as the country seeks to reinforce its standing as a major maritime power.

The Independent UK

Macron names next nuclear-powered aircraft carrier 'France Libre' as a symbol of independence

President Emmanuel Macron has named France’s next nuclear-powered aircraft carrier France Libre, or Free France, framing it as a symbol of independence and military power

Radio France Internationale

Macron warns extremes pose danger to France ahead of final mayoral vote

President Emmanuel Macron warned on Wednesday that political extremists presented a danger to France as candidates continued their campaigning ahead of Sunday's second round of polling in mayoral elections.

Radio France Internationale

Suspended sentences for French riot police who beat 'yellow vest' protesters

Nine CRS officers were sentenced on Tuesday to suspended prison terms ranging from six to 24 months for beating "yellow vest" protesters in a fast-food restaurant in Paris in 2018.

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