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France: Emmanuel Macron presents plan against 'Islamic separatism'

Macron said he wanted to "free Islam in France from foreign influences" in a speech that critics said stigmatised Muslims.

Lithuania

Putin denounces 'pressure' on Belarus as Macron calls for mediation

Vladimir Putin decried "unprecedented external pressure" on Belarus on Tuesday, as French president Emmanual Macron called for European mediation, and UK announced sanctions.

World News

Macron criticises Lebanese leaders' 'betrayal' after PM steps down

French President Emmanuel Macron said he was "ashamed" of Lebanese leaders after they failed to reform the government.

France

The 'anti-mask' movement: who are they and is one of them you?

Man or woman? Conspiracy theorist or libertarian? Right or left wing? Here is the typical profile of people refusing to wear a mask in France.

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France

Med7 Summit: Leaders working to avert crisis between Turkey and Greece

The navies of Turkey and Greece are both at sea and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis are blaming each other for the worsening relations.

France

Macron draws criticism after removing mask while speaking to students

Social media users called the president out for coughing while he wasn't wearing a face and nose covering, saying this did not respect guidance on measures to stop the spread of COVID-19.

France

Facebook blocks man’s planned end-of-life livestream

Facebook has blocked the live broadcast of a chronically ill man, who intended to livestream his death on the platform.

Lebanon

Why has France's Macron visited Lebanon twice since deadly blast?

As French President Emmanuel Macron visits Lebanon for the second time, here's a look back at the history between the two countries.

Lebanon

Macron calls for reforms as Lebanon names new prime minister

Mustapha Adib, Lebanon's ambassador to Germany, was designated Prime Minister.

France

Coronavirus: Macron doesn't rule out new nationwide lockdown

“The dynamic of the epidemic’s progression is exponential,” the national health agency said.

France

Macron: Coronavirus vaccine likely ready in 'coming months'

It comes after the EU secured 225 million doses of a potential COVID-19 vaccine by German company CureVac.

World News

International donors say aid to Lebanon should come with reform

France and the United Nations are leading an international donor conference to pool resources for Beirut following last week's deadly explosion.

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Macron visits Beirut in aftermath of devastating blast

French President Emmanuel Macron visited shell-shocked Beirut, pledging support and urging change after a massive explosion devastated the Lebanese capital.

France

French minister criticised after 'suffocation' comments

French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin's use of the word "suffocate" when talking about police brutality claims has sparked outrage and further increased controversy surrounding his appointment

France

Watch: France honours COVID-19 frontline heroes on Bastille Day

There may be masks and cutbacks to the celebrations but Bastille Day festivities are still going ahead in France.

France

Macron under pressure over French Interior Minister rape allegations

Newly-appointed Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin is under pressure from feminist groups who are protesting his nomination in cities across France.

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Greenpeace hangs protest banners on a crane at Notre Dame cathedral

Activists mounted a crane at the world-famous landmark, which is being renovated for fire damage, to hang banners protesting the French government's climate policies.

France

Macron's new government: Five things to look out for in France in 2020

What can be expected from Emmanuel Macron's newly reshuffled government amid the COVID-19 crisis and ahead of the 2022 presidential race?

France

New French government named in Macron reshuffle

Emmanuel Macron said on Sunday a "new path" was necessary as his LREM party was dealt a blow during local elections last month.

France

Why is Macron's new PM from the right when he was tipped to veer left?

Macron has named Jean Castex as France's new prime minister, replacing Edouard Philippe, whose government resigned on Friday.