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Biathlete Fillon Maillet wins ninth medal to enter French Olympic legend

French biathlete Quentin Fillon Maillet won bronze in the men's mass start at the 2026 Winter Olympics on Friday, his ninth medal in three Games. It makes him his country's most decorated competitor at the winter or summer Olympics.

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France confirms its soldiers are in DR Congo, but only to train local troops

France has clarified that its military personnel are in the Democratic Republic of Congo to train members of the country's armed forces, following speculation sparked by images of soldiers wearing French uniform that were shared on social media.

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Senegal approves draft law to double prison terms for homosexual acts

Senegal’s government has approved a bill to toughen laws on homosexuality, proposing longer prison terms and higher fines.

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France clocks up record visitor numbers to remain world's top destination

France’s lush landscapes, storied towns and cities, and legendary gastronomy drew a record 102 million visitors in 2025, keeping its place as the world’s top tourist destination.

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Russian embassy in Nairobi denies recruiting Kenyans to fight in Ukraine

The Russian embassy in Kenya on Friday denied that embassy officials were behind networks recruiting soldiers from Africa to fight in Ukraine, calling the accusations "a dangerous and misleading propaganda campaign".

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'A vicious cycle that exhausts bodies and minds': the human cost of climate change

A new report from French NGO Secours Catholique highlights the human toll of global warming, with testimonials from those who have felt its real-life consequences, and argues that the climate crisis is a social emergency.

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Gold, power and influence – how the UAE is shaping Sudan’s war

From the Red Sea to the Sahel, the United Arab Emirates has quietly but steadily expanded its footprint across Africa. What began as commercial engagement – in ports, logistics and commodities – has evolved into something more strategic. Nowhere is that more visible than in Sudan, where the Emirates stand…

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Morocco jails 18 Senegal fans for hooliganism at Cup of Nations final

Eighteen Senegalese football fans are facing prison terms ranging from three to 12 months after a court in Morocco on Friday found them guilty of hooliganism during the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Rabat.

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French restaurants face hiring crisis with 120,000 empty posts

French restaurants are struggling to hire staff, and employees often only stay for a few months. According to unions, the sector’s declining appeal is largely due to low wages and difficult working conditions.

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France says EU lacked mandate to attend Trump's Board of Peace meeting

France said the European Commission had no mandate to represent member states at US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace in Washington, after its Mediterranean commissioner attended the gathering alongside representatives from more than 45 countries.

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Seven charged over activist's death as France allows far-right memorial march

Seven men were charged on Friday over the killing of far-right activist Quentin Deranque in Lyon, as authorities confirmed a memorial march will go ahead on Saturday under heavy police presence. France's far-right National Rally has told its elected officials not to attend.

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France to trial equipping transport police with electric stun guns

France will equip several hundred security officers across its rail and metro networks with electric stun guns in a bid to better manage violent incidents.

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Macron casts Europe as 'safe space' for AI at New Delhi summit

French President Emmanuel Macron used his final day of a state visit to India on Thursday to defend Europe’s approach to artificial intelligence, telling global leaders in New Delhi that the continent offers a “safe space” for innovation.

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Leila Shahid, first woman to represent Palestine abroad, dies in France

Leila Shahid, the first woman to represent Palestine abroad, including as ambassador to France, has died at her home in southern France at the age of 76. She is remembered for her tireless championing of the Palestinian cause in Europe.

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New Marseille boss Beye 'very proud' to take charge at Vélodrome

New Marseille boss Habib Beye on Thursday spoke of his pride at taking over as head coach at the Ligue 1 outfit, where he played from 2003 to 2007.

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French biathlete Julia Simon finds golden touch at 2026 Winter Olympics

Ski sticks in her left hand, French flag in her right and a smile as wide as the margin between her and the rest of the field, Julia Simon cruised over the line during the final week of the Winter Olympics to claim gold for her country in the women's…

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Cinema and politics collide at Berlin Film Festival in row over Gaza war

Separating cinema and politics is proving difficult at the Berlin Film Festival, where once again Israel's military offensive in Gaza is dividing filmmakers. More than 90 actors and directors have signed an open letter condemning the organisers' reticence to speak out against what they call a "genocide" of Palestinians.

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TotalEnergies in French court accused of failing to limit climate damage

A case against French oil and gas giant TotalEnergies opened in Paris on Thursday over allegations it has failed to meet legal obligations to limit environmental harm.

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UN probe finds 'hallmarks of genocide' in Sudan's El-Fasher

The UN's independent fact-finding mission on Sudan said Thursday the paramilitary siege and capture of El-Fasher bore "the hallmarks of genocide".

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UN hits out at Trump's ‘Board of Peace’ ahead of inaugural meeting in Washington

Members of the United Nations Security Council have sent out a clear message ahead of US President Donald Trump’s inaugural Board of Peace gathering – the fragile Gaza ceasefire must become permanent, and unilateral moves in the West Bank risk closing the door on a two-state solution.

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Franco-German defence project under strain as Berlin signals possible exit

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has cast doubt on one of Europe’s most ambitious joint defence projects, suggesting Berlin could ultimately walk away from the Future Combat Air System programme over deepening differences with France.

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Champions League: Mbappé leads backing for race row Madrid teammate Vinicius

Real Madrid's France internationals Kylian Mbappé, Eduardo Camavinga and Aurélien Tchouaméni on Wednesday led the support for their Madrid teammate Vinicius Junior after the Brazilian became embroiled in a race row with Benfica striker Gianluca Prestianni during a Champions League clash against Benfica.

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France claim women's biathlon relay to extend record haul at Winter Olympics

France clocked up a record-extending 17th medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina on Wednesday after victory in the women's 4 x 6km relay.

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France opens twin Epstein inquiries and calls on victims to testify

France has launched two formal investigations into the Jeffrey Epstein affair, covering alleged sexual crimes and possible financial wrongdoing, as prosecutors call on potential French victims to come forward following the release of millions of case documents in the United States.

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EU probes Shein as retailer expands into regional French stores

The EU has opened an investigation into Shein over childlike sex dolls and concerns about illegal products and “addictive design,” targeting the online fashion retailer under the bloc’s Digital Services Act. The move comes as Shein prepares to expand into several regional department stores in France.

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