The Latest Breaking News from France

A record 7,000 military personnel – some in combat gear – have marched down the Champs-Elysées in this year's Bastille Day parade, demonstrating the French military's "operational credibility" in the face of mounting security challenges, notably from Russia. The guest of honour this year is Indonesia.

Gisele Pelicot, who embodies the fight against sexual violence against women, is one of those being honoured on 14 July, France's National Day, known as Bastille Day. Rapper-turned-fashion designer Pharrell Williams is also among 589 people awarded Legion of Honour.

Wind, Mathieu van der Poel's attack and flat parcours make for second-fastest Tour stage ever, in 31-degree heat

Montse Tomé’s side remain the favourites after a superb group-stage showing but Iceland go home with a whimper

Crepes, crates and commentary - we talk to the communities hosting their own Tour watch-parties and ride outs

A 157km route starts and ends in Toulouse as the Tour de France returns after the first rest day

French President pledges to increase military budget as his nation celebrates Bastille Day

She has been named a knight of the Legion of Honour

French prosecutors have initiated a criminal investigation into X, a company owned by billionaire and Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon Musk, for allegedly manipulating its algorithms to interfere with foreign affairs.