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Strike action over Macron’s pensions plan brings major disruption to France

Over 1.27 million workers across transport, school and energy sectors rally against government plan to raise retirement age to 64

The Guardian - UK

Huge crowds march across France, raising pressure against Macron's pension reform

Huge crowds marched across France on Tuesday to say "non" to President Emmanuel Macron's plan to make people work longer before retirement, with pressure in the streets intensifying against a government that says it will stand its ground.

Reuters

Britain to be worst-performing major economy this year, warns IMF; UK mortgage approvals tumble and company insolvencies surge – as it happened

Britain is the only G7 economy forecast to shrink in 2023, the IMF says, as higher energy prices, rising mortgage costs and increased taxes hit growth.

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Russia not complying with last remaining nuclear treaty amid Ukraine war, US says

The US said Tuesday that Russia was not complying with New START, the last remaining arms control treaty between the world's two main nuclear powers, as tensions soar over the Ukraine war. Follow FRANCE 24’s liveblog for all the latest developments. All times are in Paris time (GMT+1).

France 24

Ousmane Sembène at 100: a guide to the life and work of the 'father of African cinema'

The impact of filmmaker Ousmane Sembène’s work should not be understated. His films, made in the neorealist style, were concerned with working-class people and tended to use non-professional actors. This allowed him to represent African life on its own terms, focusing on African characters as distinct, thinking and speaking individuals…

The Conversation

France sees bigger crowds on second strike day against Macron pension reforms

French protesters launched a new push Tuesday to pressure President Emmanuel Macron into dropping a pension reform plan, with hundreds of thousands taking to the streets in bigger crowds than those seen on the previous day of rallies on January 19.

France 24

Ukraine news - live: Putin ally boasts sanctions against Russia have 'failed miserably'

‘Enemy countries do not have courage to admit their hellish sanctions failed’, says Dmitry Medvedev

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France open to sending fighter jets to Ukraine but Biden rules out similar move

Emmanuel Macron lays out conditions for any such move

The Independent UK

France braces for further upheaval as second round of pension protests begin

France is bracing for another day of mass protests and strikes on Tuesday over proposed pension reforms championed by President Emmanuel Macron. The government and the political opposition continue to trade blame for the expected disruption in schools, the fuel distribution sector and public transport.

Radio France Internationale

France, Australia to supply Ukraine with artillery shells

France and Australia have announced plans to jointly produce and send several thousand 155-millimeter artillery shells to Ukraine

The Independent UK

France and Australia to jointly build shells for Ukraine

France and Australia on Monday unveiled plans to jointly manufacture ammunition for Ukraine as the two countries seek to shore up defence cooperation and move past a row over Canberra's decision to ditch plans to buy French submarines two years ago.

Reuters

Jet setting pooch racks up more than 30,000 miles of luxury air travel

Moët the dog has spent time in Florida, the UK, the South of France, Paris Monaco, Italy, Calais, Lisbon, Madrid and Barcelona over the past two years of jet-setting

Daily Mirror

French finance minister backs pension push, UAE's COP28 pick

Trying to sell France to Emirati investors, France’s finance minister has highlighted what he described as the business-friendly overhaul of President Emmanuel Macron while on a trip to Abu Dhabi

The Independent UK

France buys new masterpiece for Orsay museum with LVMH gift

France has acquired a stunning Impressionist masterpiece for its national collection of art treasures

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France and Italy to buy close to 700 Aster missiles

France and Italy have signed a contract for buying up to 700 Aster missiles with the aim of strengthening the countries' air defences, said the French Armed Forces ministry.

The Independent UK

France braces for major transport woes from pension strikes

France’s national rail operator is recommending that passengers stay home if possible Tuesday to avoid labor strikes

The Guardian - UK

Six Nations 2023 guide: France and Ireland look the teams to beat

With England’s new coach bedding in, the holders and the world’s No 1 ranked side could battle it out for the title

Daily Mirror

Six Nations 2023: 6 players to watch including uncapped gems and England's secret weapon

The squads have been announced ahead of the 2023 Six Nations, with the pressure on Europe's major outfits to get their stars in shape ahead of the Rugby World Cup later this year

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Radio France Internationale

French cabinet to consider 'balanced' immigration legislation

With plans for the expulsion of "delinquent foreigners," the overhaul of France's asylum system, and an effort to bring some undocumented workers in from the cold, the French government's latest immigration bill will be presented to the cabinet this week.

France 24

Macron says will not rule out France sending fighter jets to Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron said he would not rule out sending fighter jets to Ukraine but warned against the risk of escalation in the conflict. Follow FRANCE 24’s live coverage of the day’s developments on the war in Ukraine. All times are in Paris time (GMT+1).

Asharq Al-Awsat

Macron Salutes Fight of 'Martyr' Mahsa Amini

French President Emmanuel Macron commended the "battle" of Iranian martyr Mahsa Amini, who was killed for not wearing the veil. In a video on his Twitter account, the French President indicated that repression was increasing worldwide, adding that as often the first victims of these oppressions were women and young…

Asharq Al-Awsat

‘The Penitent Magdalene’ Returns to Heirs after Being Looted by Nazis

A Paris court ordered Christie's auction house to return a painting stolen by the Nazis to the heirs of its owner, a cousin of writer Marcel Proust. Occupying Nazi forces seized "The Penitent Magdalene" by Dutch artist Adriaen van der Werff (1659-1722) from Lionel Hauser, according to Agence France Press…

The Guardian - UK

French coastguard rescues 83 people from small boats crossing Channel

Passengers taken to Calais after two vessels got into difficulty near Gravelines on north coast of France

Football London

Edu and Mikel Arteta eye £26m Arsenal transfer for next Kylian Mbappe amid Tottenham interest

Arsenal transfer news: The Gunners were said to be keen on signing a new striker earlier in the January transfer window after Gabriel Jesus' sustained injury at the World Cup

Wales Online

Graham Price's match-by-match Six Nations predictions, his big Wales concerns and where Gatland's men will finish

Wales and Lions legend Pricey takes a look ahead to rugby's greatest annual tournament which kicks off this week

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