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France in for a tough winter as energy savings loom

With energy prices in Europe and around the world rising, there are concerns that this winter in France will be tough. Consumption will need to be reduced, and in a worst-case scenario, cuts will be unavoidable. This is just one of the consequences of the ongoing war in Ukraine. But…

France 24

Burkina Faso coup raises questions about growing Russian involvement in west Africa

As if fighting in what – for now, at least – appears to be a losing battle in Ukraine weren’t enough, the Wagner Group, a private army of Russian mercenaries commanded by Yevgeny Prigozhin, a close associate of Vladimir Putin, is heavily committed in a range of conflicts and security…

The Conversation

Frustration mounts as French drivers continue to face fuel shortages

Shortages at fuel stations due to a refinery workers’ strike continue to impact drivers across France, resulting in long queues. TotalEnergies, which runs about a third of the country's service stations, has offered to advance pay talks but unions remain firm in their strike action. Plus, former Fed chairman Ben…

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France Says New Citizen Held in Iran, EU Sanctions to Come

France's foreign minister said on Tuesday five of its nationals were being held in Iran and the European Union had agreed the technical aspects to impose sanctions on Tehran, which would come into force next week. France lashed out at Iran on Oct. 6 accusing it of "dictatorial practices" and…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Reports: Türkiye Exerting Efforts to Hold Talks Between Russia, West

Türkiye plans to organize negotiations between Russia and four western countries to discuss ending the war in Ukraine, according to reports from Ankara and Moscow on Monday. Ismail Emrah Karayel, Chairman of the Joint Parliamentary Committee of Türkiye and the European Union confirmed that Ankara is working to hold negotiations…

Asharq Al-Awsat

France orders some fuel staff back to work to tackle refineries strike

The French government on Tuesday said it would requisition staff at some petrol depots as it battles to secure petrol supplies following weeks-long strikes, putting it on a collision course with the hardline CGT union as social tensions rise.

Reuters

Five French nationals are currently held in Iran - minister Colonna

There are now five French nationals being held in Iran, French Foreign Affairs Minister Catherine Colonna told French radio on Tuesday, after France last week said it was looking to verify if a fifth French national had been held during protests in Iran.

Reuters

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Mike Stephenson recalls low-key fanfare when Britain won Rugby League World Cup

The heroes of 1972 made an unheralded return from France, where they had lifted the trophy

The Independent UK

G7 leaders say they will hold Putin 'to account' for Ukraine missile strikes

Russian missile strikes on the western Lviv region on Tuesday left parts of it without power a day after a wave of deadly strikes hit several Ukrainian cities. Leaders at a G7 meeting condemned 'in the strongest possible terms' Russia's recent missile blitz. Catch up with the day's developments on…

France 24

Spain, Turkey, France and Italy latest covid travel rules ahead of half term

Rules on social distancing, face masks, vaccines and more

Liverpool Echo

France's ex-president: Bastille Day attack was "terror act"

Former French President François Hollande has told a special terrorism court in Paris that the man who drove a truck into a crowded boardwalk in Nice on Bastille Day six years ago was responsible for “a terrorist act.”

The Independent UK

Stephen Kenny questions 'transparency' of UEFA fixture policy

The Ireland boss is annoyed that his team has no Group B game on the final day of the Euro 2024 campaign.

Irish Mirror

Relatives shout ‘shame’ as Air France crash trial begins

Families describe ‘almost inhuman’ wait of 13 years for justice over flight AF447, which left 228 dead

The Independent UK

Manslaughter trial over 2009 Air France crash begins with cries of ‘shame’

Anger as airline and Airbus plead not guilty to charge 13 years after flight AF447 crashed, killing 228 people

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Evening Standard

Women’s Rugby World Cup 2022: Final fixture, pool tables, latest results and how to watch every match

The Women’s Rugby World Cup was worth the wait for England, as they face New Zealand in the final.

Irish Mirror

Cheap flights to follow Ireland away from home in EURO 2024 qualifiers

Away days to Netherlands, Greece, Gibraltar and France await

Daily Mirror

France holiday warning for Brits as country hit by severe fuel shortages

Forecourts across France have been running dry of petrol and diesel, with more than a quarter having no supplies of at least one type of fuel across the country

Reuters

France ready to further help Ukraine's military after latest Russia attacks - Macron

French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday reaffirmed his full support for Ukraine in a call with his counterpart, Volodymyr Zelenskiy, and expressed France's commitment to step up help, including military equipment, the Elysee said.

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Ukraine president says he had 'urgent call' with France's Macron

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday that he had held an "urgent call" with French President Emmanuel Macron after Russia's latest attacks on Ukraine.

Radio France Internationale

France and Algeria seek to deepen ties after easing of tensions

French and Algerian prime ministers have declared a wish to "deepen" their countries' ties as Paris seeks to repair relations with its former colony and major gas exporter.

Irish Mirror

UEFA confirm Ireland's Euro 2024 qualifying fixtures after mix-up as they remain unchanged

Ireland will face the Netherlands, World Cup holders France, Greece and Gibraltar - with only the top two qualifying

Asharq Al-Awsat

French PM Visits Algeria to ‘Overcome Pains of the Past’

French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne visited Algeria on Sunday at the head of a high-ranking delegation, pushing for better economic ties and “overcoming the pain of the past." Borne held talks with her Algerian counterpart Aimene Benabderrahmane. The two-day consultations include partnerships in education and vocational training, renewable energies, investment,…

The Guardian - UK

Relax, everyone! France has found a solution to the energy crisis

It’s called a jumper. If you’re not familiar with the concept, keep an eye out for photos of President Macron and his economy minister, Bruno Le Maire

Financial Times

Whistleblowers accuse EY of whitewashing suspicious trades at longstanding client

Two trades created for a workers co-op and a mystery €120,000 payment are central to internal row at Leonteq

Irish Mirror

Ireland fans livid as UEFA botch Euro 2024 qualifying fixtures

Having been drawn in Group B with France, Netherlands and Gibraltar this morning, the fixture list was then announced by UEFA on Sunday evening.

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