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Macron dismisses Trump's remarks about wife as 'neither elegant nor appropriate'

France, April 2 -- "The remarks that I heard and to which you are referring are neither elegant nor appropriate," Macron told reporters upon arriving in South Korea, where he is on an official visit w... Read More


As oil prices rise, France suggests extra tax could help phase out fossil fuels

France, April 2 -- Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu on Wednesday instructed the government to look into using "surplus" tax revenues generated by rising fuel prices to fund measures to reduce the... Read More


Coach Desabre salutes 'pride of a generation' after DRC seal World Cup spot

France, April 2 -- "We're going to enjoy the qualification," said Mbemba, whose side will play in Group K at the World Cup this summer alongside Portugal, Uzbekistan and Colombia. "But we'll keep wor... Read More


Artemis heads to the Moon as old rivals race to stake their claim

France, April 1 -- Artemis II will carry four astronauts - three Americans and one Canadian - around the Moon, in what will be the first crewed mission of the programme. The launch is expected at Cap... Read More


EU probes French aid to EDF over the construction of new nuclear reactors

France, April 1 -- The European Commission investigation will reportedly look into concerns that French state aid could reinforce EDF's market power and see Paris shoulder too much of the multibillion... Read More


France plans inquiry as cost of nuclear waste project hits €33bn

France, April 1 -- The new estimated cost replaces a €25 billion figure set in 2016. It reflects updated costs and sits within a €26.1 to €37.5bn range set in May 2025 by the Nationa... Read More


France and Japan deepen ties, urging calm as Middle East tensions escalate

France, April 1 -- Meeting in Tokyo on Wednesday, the two leaders stressed the importance of restoring stability and ensuring the free passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for... Read More


Three men on trial over extremist plot to overthrow German government

France, April 1 -- The men are accused of backing the "United Patriots" group, part of Germany's Reichsburger movement.  The term Reichsburger ("Citizens of the Reich") refers to a loose groupin... Read More


Sudan: rebels using sexual violence in Darfur as 'war weapon', says MSF

France, April 1 -- The report, titled "There is something I want to tell you.": Surviving the sexual violence crisis in Darfur, provides the most comprehensive documented accounts of sexual viole... Read More


France denies blocking US flights as Israel cuts defence ties

France, April 1 -- The office of President Emmanuel Macron, who is in Tokyo this week, said on Tuesday it was "surprised" by criticism from US President Donald Trump, who claimed France woul... Read More