French authorities are investigating a series of arson attacks that disrupted rail services on the opening day of the Paris Olympics. The attacks targeted high-speed TGV lines, affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers. SNCF, the …
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France’s Left-Wing Parties Face Challenges in Forming a United Government
Following their surprise victory in the recent parliamentary elections, France’s left-wing parties, united under the New Popular Front (NPF), are facing difficulties forming a cohesive government. Despite initial hopes of a quick agreement, negotiations have …
Continue readingFrench Inflation Slows Slightly in June, Reaching 2.5%
French consumer prices rose 2.5% year-on-year in June, according to the country’s statistics office INSEE. This confirms the preliminary reading released in late June and represents a slight slowdown from May’s 2.6% inflation rate. The …
Continue readingLe Pen Accuses French Left of “Capitol Hill” Style Protest, Fueling Political Chaos
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen has accused the left-wing New Popular Front (NFP) of inciting a “Capitol Hill”-style protest in France. Le Pen specifically referenced a call for a march to the prime minister’s …
Continue readingFrance at the Polls: High Turnout Signals Far-Right Surge and Risk of Paralysis
France saw record turnout at the polls for the second round of parliamentary elections on Sunday, signaling strong public interest in a race that could see the far-right National Rally (RN) emerge as the dominant …
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