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French government still shaky as lawmakers compromise on budget bill

A commission of Senators and members of the National Assembly have hashed out a compromise 2025 budget that, if passed by the both full assemblies, could avoid the government having to force the bill through without a vote. But far right and leftist lawmakers, who disagree with many of the…

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French sovereign borrowing costs rise to highest premium in 12 years

Government faces risk of collapse over planned austerity budget

The Guardian - UK

France has the highest cannabis consumption in Europe. It’s high time to tax it

With the nation’s finances in a parlous state, decriminalisation could raise millions, says Guardian Europe columnist Alexander Hurst

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France announces new measures to combat violence against women

The government's measures – announced to mark International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women – include expanding the system for filing complaints in hospitals and awareness-raising campaigns on "chemical submission" in the wake of the Mazan mass rape trial.

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20-year Term Sought In French Mass Rape Trial For Husband Who Drugged Wife

French prosecutors on Monday demanded a maximum 20-year jail term for the man charged with enlisting dozens of strangers to rape his heavily sedated wife, in a trial that has shocked France.

International Business Times

Le Pen Threatens To Topple French Government Over Budget

French far-right figurehead Marine Le Pen on Monday threatened to back a no confidence motion that could topple the government of Prime Minister Michel Barnier in a standoff over the budget, saying after talks both sides were entrenched in their positions.

International Business Times

Marine Le Pen Threatens To Bring Down French Government

Far-right leader Marine Le Pen threatens to bring down French government over budget bill disputes and faces trial for misappropriating funds.

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French farmers call off border blockade after talks with Prime Minister Barnier

French farmers protesting pay and conditions and a prospective EU-Latin America trade deal have lifted a blockade on the Spanish border after an expression of support from Prime Minister Michel Barnier.

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French mayors' congress rejects €11bn budget cuts slated for 2025

French mayors and local councillor associations have united to oppose proposed cuts of up to €11 billion in the 2025 draft budget proposed by Prime Minister Michel Barnier.

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France’s Le Pen threatens to topple government over ‘red lines’ on high cost of living

‘We will not accept that the purchasing power of the French be once again hit,’ leader of far-right National Rally says

The Independent UK

French Farmers Lift Border Blockade After Talks With PM

French farmers protesting pay and conditions and a prospective EU-Latin America trade deal on Wednesday lifted a blockade on the Spanish border after an expression of support from Prime Minister Michel Barnier.

International Business Times

Restos du Cœur aids 128,000 infants, announces service expansion

The French charity Restos du Cœur, founded by the late comedian Coluche in 1985, has unveiled a significant expansion of its services for vulnerable populations. This as the organisation said it had helped 128,000 children under the age of three between 2023 and 2024.

Radio France Internationale

Wave of strikes brewing as French budget cuts anger unions

French unions across multiple sectors are calling for strikes and protests in the coming weeks, driven by frustration over planned layoffs and budget reforms. The government has proposed €60 billion in cuts and tax hikes to tackle the country's debt.

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French minister shuns Cop29 over Azeri comments on New Caledonia, colonialism

French Environment Minister Agnes Pannier-Runacher will stay away from the Cop29 global climate change conference in Baku after "unacceptable" attacks by Azerbaijan's President, Ilham Aliyev.

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The Independent UK

France steps up security for Israel match after Amsterdam violence

President Emmanuel Macron, prime minister Michel Barnier, former presidents François Hollande and Nicolas Sarkozy expected to attend match in Paris

Evening Standard

UK and France seek to put Ukraine in ‘strongest possible position into winter’

The two leaders held talks in Paris to mark Armistice Day and consider how best to continue supporting wartorn Ukraine.

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer To Attend Armistice Commemorations

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer makes history by attending Armistice commemorations in Paris, honoring fallen soldiers and strengthening UK-France rela...

Evening Standard

Armistice Day: Starmer and Macron talks on UK and France ramping up Europe's defence in new Trump era

Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine was a major part of the Anglo-French discussions

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Factory closures threaten thousands of jobs in France, industry minister warns

Factory closures in France are expected to affect "thousands of jobs" in the coming weeks and months, Industry Minister Marc Ferracci warned on Saturday, days after two of the country's largest employers announced layoffs amid a deepening recession in France's manufacturing industry.

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France says it has the 'courage' to cure its €15 billion absenteeism crisis, by delaying sick payments and cutting public sector benefits

Michel Barnier's efforts to fight deficit include higher taxes and a slew of cost-cutting efforts, including fighting sky-high absenteeism in France.

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Moody's downgrades France to 'negative' credit outlook

Ratings agency Moody's has downgraded France's outlook Friday evening, opening the door to a potential credit rating cut as it cited concerns over the country's finances.

International Business Times

Moody's Cuts France Outlook, Opening Door To Credit Downgrade

Ratings agency Moody's downgraded France's outlook Friday, opening the door to a potential credit rating cut as it cited concerns over the country's finances.

The Independent UK

Majority of French think current election system does not work, poll says

Support for a democratic system falls as the new French government faces crucial test in hostile parliament

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