France and Germany collide over Europe’s industrial future
France and Germany are clashing over how far the EU should go to protect European industry — with Paris pushing stronger “Made in Europe” rules and Berlin warning against provoking new trade fights. Z
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politico.eu
26.08.2026
France to ramp up Ukraine support, says Macron
The French president's comments come after Russian drones targeted a shopping mall on Friday, leaving 16 dead.
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politico.eu
22.08.2026
Victor Wembanyama Named Captain of French National Team
The French national team announced Victor Wembanyama as its captain ahead of the FIBA World Cup European qualifiers.
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newsweek.com
20.08.2026
France expels 2 Iranian diplomats in escalating row with Tehran
The French foreign ministry accused authorities in Iran of assaulting embassy employees last month.
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politico.eu
19.08.2026
France is not ready to face cheap drones yet, warns top general
The French defense industry is not producing low-cost weapons at scale yet, said Gen. Fabien Mandon.
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politico.eu
26.08.2026
La France et l’Allemagne se divisent sur le développement de l’industrie propre en Europe
Par sa proposition d'accélération industrielle, la Commission européenne cherche à redynamiser l'industrie tout en limitant les émissions de gaz à effet de serre. Mais les deux plus grandes économies
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politico.eu
26.08.2026
Andy Burnham has to shape the UK’s social media ban. Australia and France could show him how.
The U.K. can learn from Australia and France's attempts to kick kids off social media.
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politico.eu
26.08.2026
Mélenchon tosses a debt bomb into France’s presidential debate
The far-left leader wants the ECB to cancel Paris' debt. His rivals say it's madness.
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politico.eu
25.08.2026
Saudi Arabia to invest €6B in massive French theme park site
The complex will include a manga-themed attraction, as POLITICO reported earlier this month.
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politico.eu
24.08.2026
Far-left firebrand Mélenchon gaining ground in French presidential race, poll shows
Survey shows battle of political extremes becoming increasingly likely.
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politico.eu
24.08.2026
Star news anchor steps down as her partner launches French presidential bid
Léa Salamé will step back as anchor of the 20h news show during Raphaël Glucksmann’s campaign.
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politico.eu
24.08.2026
France tackles dodgy condom problem
Some recalled products carried “risk of bursting” and “the presence of perforations,” according to French authorities.
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politico.eu
21.08.2026
Nikola Jokic Gets Honest About Victor Wembanyama After France-Serbia Clash
Nikola Jokic weighed in on a potential rivalry with Victor Wembanyama and his future NBA potential after Serbia defeated France.
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newsweek.com
21.08.2026
French becoming more effective in stopping small boat crossings, UK says
The Home Office credits France with intercepting hundreds of potential crossings this summer using new tactics.
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bbc.co.uk
21.08.2026
Former PM Fillon suspended from top French honor over fake jobs conviction
The case derailed Fillon’s presidential bid in 2017.
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politico.eu
20.08.2026
France’s big climate problem: The budget crunch
Historic heat is forcing the French government to rethink its spending plans.
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politico.eu
19.08.2026
French MEP Raphaël Glucksmann gears up to announce presidential run
The social democrat joins a crowded field in the race to succeed Emmanuel Macron.
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politico.eu
19.08.2026
Snakes on a campaign! When animals attack politicians
A French MEP revealed she was bitten by a snake. She's not the only politician to be pricked by a creature.
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politico.eu
19.08.2026
France probes disinfo campaigns targeting 2027 election candidates
Presidential contenders Edouard Philippe and Gabriel Attal were purportedly targeted by Russia-affiliated networks this summer.
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politico.eu
18.08.2026