France

Country France
Capital Paris
Continent Europe
Currency Euro(EUR) & CFP franc(XPF)
Languages French

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader among European nations. Since 1958, it has constructed a hybrid presidential-parliamentary governing system resistant to the instabilities experienced in earlier more purely parliamentary administrations. In recent years, its reconciliation and cooperation with Germany have proved central to the economic integration of Europe, including the introduction of a common exchange currency, the euro, in January 1999. At present, France is at the forefront of efforts to develop the EU's military capabilities to supplement progress toward an EU foreign policy.

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Barring Marine Le Pen is a political thunderbolt for France - The EconomistBarring Marine Le Pen is a political thunderbolt for France  The Economist

France's Le Pen sentenced to jail, banned from public office - NBC NewsFrance's Le Pen sentenced to jail, banned from public office  NBC News

Trump Says Conviction Of France's Far Right Leader Is "Big Deal", Similar to His Case - NDTVTrump Says Conviction Of France's Far Right Leader Is "Big Deal", Similar to His Case  NDTV

Marine Le Pen: Political Earthquake In France As Top Far-Right Leader Banned From 2027 Elections - Hindustan TimesMarine Le Pen: Political Earthquake In France As Top Far-Right Leader Banned From 2027 Elections  Hindustan Times

France bats for UN Security Council reform, backs India’s permanent seat bid: ’To reflect today’s world…’ - MintFrance bats for UN Security Council reform, backs India’s permanent seat bid: ’To reflect today’s world…’  Mint

France's Marine Le Pen barred from running for public office for 5 years after embezzlement conviction: Media - CNBCFrance's Marine Le Pen barred from running for public office for 5 years after embezzlement conviction: Media  CNBC

Iran will have 'no choice' but to get nukes if attacked, says Khamenei adviser - France 24Iran will have 'no choice' but to get nukes if attacked, says Khamenei adviser  France 24

FULL: Marine Le Penn Thunders After France Verdict; Watch Macron Rival's 'Nuclear Bomb' Warning - Times of IndiaFULL: Marine Le Penn Thunders After France Verdict; Watch Macron Rival's 'Nuclear Bomb' Warning  Times of India

France's Le Pen Found Guilty Of Embezzling EU Funds, Barred From Running For President In 2027 - India TV NewsFrance's Le Pen Found Guilty Of Embezzling EU Funds, Barred From Running For President In 2027  India TV News

France To Make Sex Education Mandatory In Schools From September 2025 - Free Press JournalFrance To Make Sex Education Mandatory In Schools From September 2025  Free Press Journal

France is no longer Europe's most romantic destination. This country takes the crown - The Economic TimesFrance is no longer Europe's most romantic destination. This country takes the crown  The Economic Times

Far-right French leader Bardella calls for Paris rally in support of Le Pen - BBCFar-right French leader Bardella calls for Paris rally in support of Le Pen  BBC

Le Pen’s conviction in France: Career-ending or fuel for a new far right? - Al JazeeraLe Pen’s conviction in France: Career-ending or fuel for a new far right?  Al Jazeera

French ministers condemn threats to judges in Marine Le Pen case - The GuardianFrench ministers condemn threats to judges in Marine Le Pen case  The Guardian

Paris court expects to hear Le Pen appeal in time for 2027 presidential vote - France 24Paris court expects to hear Le Pen appeal in time for 2027 presidential vote  France 24

France’s Parliament Is Set to Debate Changing Rape Law to Include Consent - The New York TimesFrance’s Parliament Is Set to Debate Changing Rape Law to Include Consent  The New York Times

Chinese Sorbitol Market Experiences Price Decline in March, France Observes Minor Uptick - ChemAnalystChinese Sorbitol Market Experiences Price Decline in March, France Observes Minor Uptick  ChemAnalyst

Tesla sales rout in Europe deepens amid anti-Musk protests - ReutersTesla sales rout in Europe deepens amid anti-Musk protests  Reuters

France shares higher at close of trade; CAC 40 up 1.10% - Investing.com IndiaFrance shares higher at close of trade; CAC 40 up 1.10%  Investing.com India

Tour de France | History, Winners, Distance, & Facts - BritannicaTour de France | History, Winners, Distance, & Facts  Britannica

Marine Le Pen brought the far right to France’s front door - AP NewsMarine Le Pen brought the far right to France’s front door  AP News

A Combative Le Pen Looks to Move Past France’s Election Ban - Bloomberg.comA Combative Le Pen Looks to Move Past France’s Election Ban  Bloomberg.com

France’s far-right leader Marine Le Pen barred from running for office for 5 years after graft conviction - The Indian ExpressFrance’s far-right leader Marine Le Pen barred from running for office for 5 years after graft conviction  The Indian Express

France In Shock As Court Bars Marine Le Pen From 2027 Presidential Race - Free Press JournalFrance In Shock As Court Bars Marine Le Pen From 2027 Presidential Race  Free Press Journal

France's Bielle-Biarrey wins Six Nations best player award after try-scoring record - France 24France's Bielle-Biarrey wins Six Nations best player award after try-scoring record  France 24

French justice minister urges prompt appeal hearing for Le Pen – as it happened - The GuardianFrench justice minister urges prompt appeal hearing for Le Pen – as it happened  The Guardian

France stocks higher at close of trade; CAC 40 up 1.10% - Investing.comFrance stocks higher at close of trade; CAC 40 up 1.10%  Investing.com

Le Pen’s Embezzlement Charges and What They Mean for France’s Democracy - The New York TimesLe Pen’s Embezzlement Charges and What They Mean for France’s Democracy  The New York Times

France's Le Pen convicted of graft, barred from running for president in 2027 - ReutersFrance's Le Pen convicted of graft, barred from running for president in 2027  Reuters

After Le Pen ruling, accusations of 'lawfare' land in France - ReutersAfter Le Pen ruling, accusations of 'lawfare' land in France  Reuters

What to know about Marine Le Pen’s ban from public office in France - AP NewsWhat to know about Marine Le Pen’s ban from public office in France  AP News

France’s Le Pen vows to fight election ban, says verdict ‘violates rule of law’ - France 24France’s Le Pen vows to fight election ban, says verdict ‘violates rule of law’  France 24

Apple gets €150 million fine in France for its complex privacy options - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.comApple gets €150 million fine in France for its complex privacy options - GSMArena.com news  GSMArena.com

France Fines Apple $162 Million, Alleging Privacy Tool Violated Competition Law - PYMNTS.comFrance Fines Apple $162 Million, Alleging Privacy Tool Violated Competition Law  PYMNTS.com

Embezzlement case: France's Marine Le Pen sentenced to 4 years in jail, barred from holding office for 5 - Times of IndiaEmbezzlement case: France's Marine Le Pen sentenced to 4 years in jail, barred from holding office for 5  Times of India

France’s antitrust regulator fined ?1,388 crore to iPhone maker Apple; here’s why - MintFrance’s antitrust regulator fined ?1,388 crore to iPhone maker Apple; here’s why  Mint

Michelin Guide France launches 2025 Ceremony in Metz - XinhuaMichelin Guide France launches 2025 Ceremony in Metz  Xinhua

Le Pen's right-wing European allies condemn court verdict as threat to democracy - BBCLe Pen's right-wing European allies condemn court verdict as threat to democracy  BBC

France, Greece, Cyprus, Lebanon and Syria Discuss Security, Migration, and Energy - Syria ReportFrance, Greece, Cyprus, Lebanon and Syria Discuss Security, Migration, and Energy  Syria Report

Marine Le Pen seems politically dead, but can the far right win in France without her? - CNNMarine Le Pen seems politically dead, but can the far right win in France without her?  CNN

Far-right leader Marine Le Pen banned from 2027 presidential race, throwing French politics into disarray - CNNFar-right leader Marine Le Pen banned from 2027 presidential race, throwing French politics into disarray  CNN

France takes helm of UN Security Council - Anadolu AjansiFrance takes helm of UN Security Council  Anadolu Ajansi

France's far-right leader, Marine Le Pen, convicted in EU funds embezzlement trial - FirstpostFrance's far-right leader, Marine Le Pen, convicted in EU funds embezzlement trial  Firstpost

Trump says Le Pen's conviction in France is a 'very big deal' - ReutersTrump says Le Pen's conviction in France is a 'very big deal'  Reuters

Will barring Marine Le Pen’s electoral run push France further to the right? - The EconomistWill barring Marine Le Pen’s electoral run push France further to the right?  The Economist

Six Nations: France winger Louis Bielle-Biarrey named player of tournament - BBCSix Nations: France winger Louis Bielle-Biarrey named player of tournament  BBC

French parliament considers adding consent to rape law in penal code - France 24French parliament considers adding consent to rape law in penal code  France 24

France and Algeria are back to talking, for now - The New ArabFrance and Algeria are back to talking, for now  The New Arab

France: Le Pen defiant after being barred from office - DWFrance: Le Pen defiant after being barred from office  DW

UK, France continue to shape 'coalition of the willing' - China DailyUK, France continue to shape 'coalition of the willing'  China Daily

Protiviti Enhances Financial Services Capabilities in France with Acquisition of Adamantia - PR NewswireProtiviti Enhances Financial Services Capabilities in France with Acquisition of Adamantia  PR Newswire

France: Embezzlement trial to decide Le Pen's future - DWFrance: Embezzlement trial to decide Le Pen's future  DW

Macron summons ministers to get French climate action back on track - Euronews.comMacron summons ministers to get French climate action back on track  Euronews.com

With this damning of Le Pen, France can be the ‘anti-Trump’. It’s a bold path others should follow| Alexander Hurst - The GuardianWith this damning of Le Pen, France can be the ‘anti-Trump’. It’s a bold path others should follow| Alexander Hurst  The Guardian

France, Belgium scoff at anti-DEI letter from Trump administration - politico.euFrance, Belgium scoff at anti-DEI letter from Trump administration  politico.eu

France’s Le Pen Found Guilty in Case Over Misuse of EU Funds - Bloomberg.comFrance’s Le Pen Found Guilty in Case Over Misuse of EU Funds  Bloomberg.com

France’s antitrust watchdog fines Apple for problems with App Tracking Transparency - AP NewsFrance’s antitrust watchdog fines Apple for problems with App Tracking Transparency  AP News

Tesla Sales in France Drop 37% in March Amid Continued European Struggles - Yahoo FinanceTesla Sales in France Drop 37% in March Amid Continued European Struggles  Yahoo Finance

France, Italy and Poland Tourism to Shine as Ryanair Expands Summer Schedule with New Routes to Rome, Salerno and Katowice from Brussels Charleroi - Travel And Tour WorldFrance, Italy and Poland Tourism to Shine as Ryanair Expands Summer Schedule with New Routes to Rome, Salerno and Katowice from Brussels Charleroi  Travel And Tour World

France’s Macron says not all European countries agree on force for Ukraine - Al JazeeraFrance’s Macron says not all European countries agree on force for Ukraine  Al Jazeera

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen barred from seeking office for 5 years, a political earthquake - AP NewsFrench far-right leader Marine Le Pen barred from seeking office for 5 years, a political earthquake  AP News

FM Fidan to visit France, discuss EU security, bilateral ties | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahFM Fidan to visit France, discuss EU security, bilateral ties | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

France accuses US diplomats of meddling with French companies through DEI 'diktat' - France 24France accuses US diplomats of meddling with French companies through DEI 'diktat'  France 24

France will publish landmark report to expose spread of Muslim Brotherhood's influence - thenationalnews.comFrance will publish landmark report to expose spread of Muslim Brotherhood's influence  thenationalnews.com

Chinese military surrounds Taiwan in latest military drills - France 24Chinese military surrounds Taiwan in latest military drills  France 24

France: on the sentencing of Marine Le Pen - In Defence of MarxismFrance: on the sentencing of Marine Le Pen  In Defence of Marxism

Marine Le Pen looks to keep presidency hopes alive after ban - France 24Marine Le Pen looks to keep presidency hopes alive after ban  France 24

France blasts US embassy over anti-diversity letters - RFIFrance blasts US embassy over anti-diversity letters  RFI

France's Le Pen: pro-institution line was paying off until judges ended her presidential hopes - ReutersFrance's Le Pen: pro-institution line was paying off until judges ended her presidential hopes  Reuters

Le Pen could still become French president after appeal slated for 2026 - politico.euLe Pen could still become French president after appeal slated for 2026  politico.eu

French Power Price Plunges Below Zero as Solar Swamps the Grid - Bloomberg.comFrench Power Price Plunges Below Zero as Solar Swamps the Grid  Bloomberg.com

National Rally president calls for ‘peaceful mobilisation’ after Marine Le Pen convicted of embezzlement – as it happened - The GuardianNational Rally president calls for ‘peaceful mobilisation’ after Marine Le Pen convicted of embezzlement – as it happened  The Guardian

French politics to get 'even messier' as far-right figurehead Le Pen rails against ban, analysts warn - CNBCFrench politics to get 'even messier' as far-right figurehead Le Pen rails against ban, analysts warn  CNBC

Algeria, France agree to resume security, migration cooperation amid diplomatic rift - CGTN AfricaAlgeria, France agree to resume security, migration cooperation amid diplomatic rift  CGTN Africa

Le Pen Election Ban Threatens Fragile Peace in French Politics - Bloomberg.comLe Pen Election Ban Threatens Fragile Peace in French Politics  Bloomberg.com

Marine Le Pen brought the far right to France’s front door - Los Angeles TimesMarine Le Pen brought the far right to France’s front door  Los Angeles Times

Possible Electoral Ban on Marine Le Pen Has France on Edge - The New York TimesPossible Electoral Ban on Marine Le Pen Has France on Edge  The New York Times

Air France A350 Business Class: A Genuinely Great Flight—Even With Terrible Wi-Fi And My Pajamas From 2012 - View from the WingAir France A350 Business Class: A Genuinely Great Flight—Even With Terrible Wi-Fi And My Pajamas From 2012  View from the Wing

French Schools Will Finally Teach Sex Education - The New York TimesFrench Schools Will Finally Teach Sex Education  The New York Times

Did Queen Mary of Denmark Skip a Tiara at Glam Banquet in France Due to Protocol? - People.comDid Queen Mary of Denmark Skip a Tiara at Glam Banquet in France Due to Protocol?  People.com

Partial solar eclipse to be visible in skies across France on Saturday - RFIPartial solar eclipse to be visible in skies across France on Saturday  RFI

Marine Le Pen’s Embezzlement Conviction: What to Know and What’s Next - The New York TimesMarine Le Pen’s Embezzlement Conviction: What to Know and What’s Next  The New York Times

Tesla Stock Rises Amid Delivery Fears. Where Shares Go Next. - Barron'sTesla Stock Rises Amid Delivery Fears. Where Shares Go Next.  Barron's

Geothermal drilling starts in Garges-lès-Gonesse, France - ThinkGeoEnergyGeothermal drilling starts in Garges-lès-Gonesse, France  ThinkGeoEnergy

Women's Six Nations LIVE: France v Scotland - score, updates, live stream & commentary - BBCWomen's Six Nations LIVE: France v Scotland - score, updates, live stream & commentary  BBC

Verdict on appeals of conviction of France's Le Pen expected next year - Anadolu AjansiVerdict on appeals of conviction of France's Le Pen expected next year  Anadolu Ajansi

France's M&P, Spain's Repsol say Venezuela oil licences revoked by US - ReutersFrance's M&P, Spain's Repsol say Venezuela oil licences revoked by US  Reuters

Presidents Macron and Tebboune reiterate their commitment to work together - France 24Presidents Macron and Tebboune reiterate their commitment to work together  France 24

Le Pen verdict triggers uproar from far right in France and beyond - AP NewsLe Pen verdict triggers uproar from far right in France and beyond  AP News

Here's a Look at the Election Ban on France's Far-Right Le Pen and the Legal Issues - U.S. News & World ReportHere's a Look at the Election Ban on France's Far-Right Le Pen and the Legal Issues  U.S. News & World Report

Tesla sales fell by nearly 40% in France in March. Wall Street still expects deliveries to improve this quarter. - MarketWatchTesla sales fell by nearly 40% in France in March. Wall Street still expects deliveries to improve this quarter.  MarketWatch

France voices 'shock' at US calls to drop DEI programs - DWFrance voices 'shock' at US calls to drop DEI programs  DW

After Le Pen ban, could National Rally's Bardella be France’s right man at right time? - analysis - The Jerusalem PostAfter Le Pen ban, could National Rally's Bardella be France’s right man at right time? - analysis  The Jerusalem Post

Here’s a look at the election ban on France’s far-right Le Pen and the legal issues - WTOPHere’s a look at the election ban on France’s far-right Le Pen and the legal issues  WTOP

France’s Natural Hydrogen Discoveries Could Redefine Clean Energy - ForbesFrance’s Natural Hydrogen Discoveries Could Redefine Clean Energy  Forbes

The Le Pen Trial: It Is Time for France To Reflect - The European ConservativeThe Le Pen Trial: It Is Time for France To Reflect  The European Conservative

France fines Apple 150 million euros over privacy feature - France 24France fines Apple 150 million euros over privacy feature  France 24

'We will need a European special envoy for Ukraine': Finnish President Alexander Stubb - Talking Europe - France 24'We will need a European special envoy for Ukraine': Finnish President Alexander Stubb - Talking Europe  France 24

France accuses US diplomats of meddling with a ‘diktat’ about Trump’s DEI policies - AP NewsFrance accuses US diplomats of meddling with a ‘diktat’ about Trump’s DEI policies  AP News

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