Stories from Paris · France

The French head of state has stated an objective to strengthen elements related to the Francophonie university.

Asylum seekers will be directed towards the expulsion procedure, according to a report from RFI Monde.

A French 'insoumis' candidate envisions reaching the 2027 presidential election final against Jordan Bardella, the probable National Rally candidate. The candidate stated he would 'teach him a lesson' if Bardella debated him. Current polls reportedly show the 'insoumis' candidate losing by 20 points in a hypothetical second round against the National Rally. Le Figaro reports that artificial intelligence is a 'blind spot' in the French presidential election. While AI has become an obligatory campaign tool for political parties, candidates have not addressed the major challenges and stakes posed by this technological upheaval. The newspaper dedicates four pages to the subject, including an interview with a sociologist.

France Inter is hosting authors Ulysse Jocelyn and Benjamin de la Force today to discuss their main character, Woody. The discussion centers on Woody's identity, exploring if he possesses a 'false self' or is a mythomaniac.

The French President reiterated a position, aiming to present himself as a European leader capable of confronting Donald Trump. This statement recalled a past incident where he corrected Donald Trump, even placing a hand on his arm.

A ruling power, in office since 2023 and hostile to Western countries, particularly France, has accused French media outlets including France 24, Agence France Presse, and RFI of endangering public order.

A speaker, working in France, outlined priorities including coordinated bio-mechanical development to produce items for European security. Another stated priority is the strengthened protection of critical energy infrastructure.

According to Libération newspaper, a separation in relations between France and Algeria has begun after months of crisis. French President Macron reportedly does not want to end his term with a crisis. France participated in a commemoration on Friday.

Forbidden Stories, an organization based in Paris, offers a way for journalists who are at risk across the globe to protect their ongoing investigations. Laurent Richard is identified as the founder and director of the organization.

A suspect has been taken into police custody following an incident where an individual fell and dislocated their shoulder.