Stories from Paris · France

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy is facing charges related to his 2007 election campaign. Sarkozy announced his withdrawal from the upcoming presidential race. The trial is expected to begin soon, with prosecutors investigating payments made during his 2012 election campaign. The former president's actions are being considered above board, but the investigation continues. The trial is set to begin in Paris. He is scheduled to compete against his socialist rival, Nicolas Roy, in the presidential election. Thousands attended a rally for Sarkozy.

Prosecutors are investigating alleged secret meetings and a pact between French officials and the Libyan government. The investigation reportedly involves former President Nicolas Sarkozy and concerns events from two decades ago. The probe is examining potential financial dealings and a possible pay-off. The investigation involves potential actions related to Canal+ and its professional staff. The officials involved have not been publicly named. Details of the pact remain unclear. The nature of the pact and the officials involved were not immediately clear.

Thirty-five people were arrested and several were injured in Paris following violence between supporters before the Coupe de France final between Lens and Nice. The clashes occurred before the match.

French artisans are experiencing difficulties due to price increases for construction materials, with some seeing costs rise by over ten percent. Artisans in France are experiencing increases in the cost of raw materials. This is impacting their production costs and potentially their profit margins. The rising costs are attributed to supply chain disruptions. Artisans in Germany are facing increases in material costs. The situation is causing concern within the artisan community. The specific materials affected and the extent of the hikes are being assessed. The artisans are seeking solutions to manage the growing costs.

A third suspect has been arrested in Paris in connection with a plot to attack a large shopping center in Lille. A 36-year-old man was arrested and jailed on Friday, May 22, 2026, as part of an investigation that began in February. The arrest is related to a violent action plot in the Nord region of France.

France Inter discussed the credibility of European industrial policy and partnerships. France Inter radio is discussing current French political developments and the nation's relationship with the European Union.

French additive manufacturing providers 3D Prod and Sculpteo have announced a merger. The combined entity aims to scale additive manufacturing capabilities in France and Europe.

Yann LeCun has left Meta to co-found AMI Labs, a startup focused on world models. The company aims to raise 1 billion euros for its initiatives.

French radio discussed strategies for public finances, including employer incentives and universal transport benefits. The government is facing pressure to reconsider the reforms. Public opinion on the reforms remains divided. A French radio program discussed strategies for job applications, said the importance of applying even if not perfectly matching all criteria. A report on French radio highlights that air pollution in cities where certain measures have been applied has decreased by 30 to 40 percent. The French Minister of Foreign Affairs thanked Donald Trump.

France Inter is discussing a tense thriller film that focuses on characters and their emotional experiences. The narrative explores themes of coexistence between different worlds and the dynamics within a family. The program explores how cinema portrays societal dynamics. The program also touched on the responsibility of leaving the administration of health status and the role of journalists in cinema. French radio station France Inter is discussing the tension within a film. France has revealed new measures aimed at supporting public finances without further straining the national budget. France Inter explored topics related to food production and agricultural policy, including discussions on plant-based diets and European regulations.