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France election race pits Le Pen and Mélenchon against a fragmented center

Europe faces a French revolution as the extremes take to the streets in a race to become the new president. The winner could be the least unpopular.

Russia ramps up disinformation campaign against France ahead of presidential election

With eight months to go before the French presidential election, Russia is stepping up its attempts to influence France. Several presidential candidates have been targeted by smear campaigns linked to Russian intelligence, according to French authorities. The aim is to divide and polarize, says an expert.

France close to imposing minimum age of 15 for social media

France may be on the verge of introducing a minimum age of 15 for social media this year.

French yes to consent law

France will introduce a consent law. This is clear after a clear yes to the proposal in the Senate.

French PM Lecornu Survives No Confidence Votes Amid Pension Reform Pause

The new French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu survived two votes of no confidence on Thursday. The turning point that gave him firmer ground under his feet was this week's decision to pause the president's flagship issue of a re-elected pension system.

Macron's Party Proposes Hijab Ban for Girls Under 15 in France

Girls under 15 years old should not be allowed to wear hijab in France, according to a proposal from President Emmanuel Macron's party Renaissance. The proposal comes at a time of lively debate about Islamist influence in the country.

France's New Election - What's at Stake

The President is pressured from two sides and can become increasingly cornered – but France can also end up in a deadlock. Here are the conditions for France's parliamentary election.

The Election Campaign in France Continues to Surprise