Emmanuel Macron
France's Top Court Blocks Social Media Ban For Under-15s
France's top court has blocked a social media ban for under-15s, citing violations of freedom of expression and inadequate privacy safeguards.
France top court strikes down under-15 social media ban
France's highest legal authority has blocked a sweeping law designed to ban children under 15 from accessing social media platforms, citing infringements on fundamental freedoms.
French firefighters contain megafire that destroyed 42,000 hectares
French emergency crews have contained a massive wildfire near Bordeaux, though tensions persist over government response times and aging firefighting equipment.
France approves first EU blanket ban on social media for under‑15s
The French Parliament approved legislation requiring major social media platforms to block users under 15, with new accounts barred from September 2026.
French National Assembly approves assisted dying bill after long debate
France’s National Assembly has approved a restrictive assisted dying bill for terminally ill adults, marking a milestone in the nation's end-of-life debate.
France hosts record Bastille Day parade featuring allied support for Ukraine
President Emmanuel Macron led a historic Bastille Day parade in Paris, featuring 7,600 troops and allied support for Ukraine amidst regional tensions.
Emmanuel Macron unscathed after bomb blasts during visit to Syria
Two improvised explosive devices detonated in central Damascus during Emmanuel Macron's diplomatic visit, testing the stability of the new government.
Macron's Damascus visit marred by explosions injuring 18
Two coordinated explosions struck downtown Damascus during French President Emmanuel Macron's meeting with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa. The attacks occurred as the nations announced a move to restore diplomatic representation despite ongoing security concerns.
Emmanuel Macron unhurt after twin explosions rock Damascus during visit
French President Emmanuel Macron remains unharmed after two explosions occurred near his hotel during his state visit to Damascus. Meetings with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa proceeded as planned to discuss economic and reconstruction agreements.
Bomb attack rocks Damascus during Macron visit
Two crude improvised explosive devices detonated in Damascus shortly after President Emmanuel Macron's motorcade departed the Four Seasons hotel. The explosions injured eighteen people, including police, as Syrian security forces launched an investigation.