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Why Power Eludes the French Left

The signs that a protest is happening in Paris are nearly always the same: the quiet of blocked-off streets; the…

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Alfred Grosser, Champion of French-German Reconciliation, Dies at 99

A German-born Jew who became a French writer and activist, he devoted his life to healing the divide between two…

World

Can Gabriel Attal Win Over France?

The new prime minister wants to succeed President Macron. But first he must see off the far right and define…

World

A Divided France Splits Over a National Hero

Robert Badinter, the former minister who abolished the death penalty, was honored in Paris after his death on Friday, but…

World

Macron, Promising a More Dynamic France, Vows to Break Taboos

The president also said during a televised appearance he would fight to the last to prevent the far-right leader Marine…

World

An Abandoned Cemetery Highlights a Painful Colonial Episode for France

Nestled amid the vineyards in a picturesque region of southwestern France known for its sweet wines and goat cheeses is…

World

France’s President Condemns ‘Manhunt’ Against Gérard Depardieu

Emmanuel Macron broke with his culture minister, who had called comments made by Depardieu in a documentary a “disgrace.” The…

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Fractious Immigration Vote Exposes Cracks in Macron’s Alliance

Nearly a quarter of lower-house lawmakers in President Emmanuel Macron’s coalition abstained or voted against a proposed overhaul. Government leaders…

World

Macron Compromises With Right to Pass Immigration Overhaul

The French leader was elected twice on a vow to keep populism at bay. But his bill received rare support…

Sports

To Lure FIFA, France Floats the Promise of a Tax-Free Home

A plan to persuade sports federations to move to the country could save them millions. Supporters and critics of the…

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