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Illustrated year in review: eight moments that shaped 2025

France, Dec. 31 -- Trump rebooted Returning to the White House in January, Donald Trump launched his protectionist second term agenda at breakneck speed, ordering mass deportations of undocumented mi... Read More


Mass protests sweep Somalia after Israel recognises breakaway Somaliland

France, Dec. 31 -- Tens of thousands of people gathered across Somalia on Tuesday to protest Israel's decision to recognise the breakaway region of Somaliland, a move condemned by more than 20 countri... Read More


Political split over Bardot funeral with Le Pen to attend but not Macron

France, Dec. 31 -- The Elysee Palace said on Tuesday it had been in contact with Bardot's family following the announcement of her death on Sunday, and that a national tribute had been proposed but no... Read More


French cinemas project optimism for 2026 after disappointing year

France, Dec. 31 -- Nearly 157 million tickets were sold in French cinemas this year, according to figures released on Wednesday by the National Centre for Cinema and Moving Images (CNC) - well below t... Read More


Macron to seek fresh momentum in New Year's address amid political deadlock

France, Dec. 31 -- With just 16 months to go until the next presidential election, Emmanuel Macron is in one of the weakest political positions of his two terms. The televised address is a fixed mome... Read More


Guinea junta leader Doumbouya wins controversial election by landslide

France, Dec. 31 -- Doumbouya, 41, secured just under 87 percent of the vote in the first round, comfortably above the threshold required to avoid a run-off, the General Directorate of Elections said o... Read More


Guinea junta leader Doumbouya wins controversial election in landslide victory

France, Dec. 31 -- Doumbouya, 41, secured just under 87 percent of the vote in the first round, comfortably above the threshold required to avoid a run-off, the General Directorate of Elections said o... Read More


Eurostar resumes full service after Channel Tunnel power fault

France, Dec. 31 -- Travellers trying to cross between London and mainland Europe in the run-up to the New Year were left scrambling on Tuesday after all Eurostar services linking the UK capital with P... Read More


Eurostar plans full New Year's Eve service after Channel Tunnel disruption

France, Dec. 31 -- Travellers hoping to cross between London and mainland Europe in the run-up to New Year were left scrambling on Tuesday after all Eurostar services linking the UK capital with Paris... Read More


France steps up security ahead of New Year's Eve festivities

France, Dec. 31 -- "On New Year's Eve, many people go out into the streets to celebrate the arrival of the new year. It is therefore essential to ensure the safety of all these people," Nuñez tol... Read More