France

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‘I was actually depressed’: France tries to deport immigrant students

Al Jazeera, March 26, 2026

In an impoverished Parisian suburb, some young people are being ordered to leave when they graduate from high school. Read

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‘Unpleasant surprises’: Will key French cities elect far-right mayors?

Al Jazeera, March 19, 2026

Before next year’s presidential race, local elections which conclude Sunday indicate fractured political landscape. Read

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Macron prepares France for ‘an age of nuclear weapons’ as Iran war rages

Al Jazeera, March 17, 2026

The French president, whose term ends in a year, described his plans for expansion as forward deterrence. What’s behind his move? Read

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France walks ‘fine line’ as US-Israel war on Iran escalates

Al Jazeera, March 12, 2026

President Macron has criticised the onslaught and questioned the war’s legality but ultimately blamed Iran. Read

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Promises made in Paris Olympics run-up broken, say undocumented workers

Al Jazeera, April 18, 2025

Having helped to build a flagship arena, foreign construction workers were promised their papers. More than a year later, they remain undocumented. Read

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

Al Jazeera, April 1, 2025

After being found guilty of graft, Le Pen’s bid to lead France has been dealt a major blow. Some will see her as a martyr. Read

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France braces for Israel football match after violence in Amsterdam

Al Jazeera, November 13, 2024

France tightens security before game that pro-Palestinian groups say should be boycotted given Israel’s onslaught in the Middle East. Read

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‘Turn to the right’: What Macron’s choice of Barnier as PM means for France

Al Jazeera, September 7, 2024

By seeking to placate the far-right National Rally, Macron has given it credibility despite its election loss, say analysts. Read

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France braces for ‘high drama’ run-offs as Le Pen’s far right eyes power

Al Jazeera, July 6, 2024

With the far right seemingly headed for victory, voters on the left and in the centre feel on edge. Read

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In a divided France, voters on the left hope to unite against the far right

Al Jazeera, June 26, 2024

President Emmanuel Macron is testing the country’s support after a dramatic European Parliament election won by hardliners. Read

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A construction worker’s death casts a shadow on Paris Olympics journey

Al Jazeera, June 11, 2024

Amara Dioumassy died one year ago, prompting labour unions to call for better safety standards. Read

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France’s abaya ban risks isolating Muslim students, experts say

Al Jazeera, September 27, 2023

Al Jazeera speaks to a teacher, rights lawyer, researcher and activist on deepening tensions between the state and Muslim minority. Read

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‘Police rough kids up here’: France reels after teen’s death

Al Jazeera, June 30, 2023

French authorities implement new security measures amid 3 nights of riots against police actions after teen shot dead by officer. Read

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Two different paths: The barriers facing some Afghans seeking protection in France

The New Humanitarian, December 22, 2021

‘The French response is completely unadapted to the situation.’ Read

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What’s behind the housing crisis for asylum seekers in France?

The New Humanitarian, April 27, 2021

‘The policies directed towards foreigners incite people to leave. That is certain.’ Read

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How COVID-19 made it harder to find safety in the EU

The New Humanitarian, January 7, 2021

‘Across the board, capacity for asylum registration and procedures has been negatively affected.’ Read

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‘Translation machines’: Interpretation gaps plague French asylum process

The New Humanitarian, October 27, 2020

‘We should be welcoming people in a much better way than we do now. It is a failure. It’s a scandal. It is an abusive system.’ Read

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Americans Living Abroad Are Voting In Record Numbers

VICE News, October 21, 2020

Americans living overseas registered and requested ballots at unprecedented rates, signaling a sharp rise in political engagement among expatriate voters. Read