Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1024, Henry II, Holy Roman Emperor (born 973) passed away. In 1789, Victor de Riqueti, marquis de Mirabeau, French economist and academic (born 1715) passed away. In 1793, Journalist and French revolutionary Jean-Paul Marat is assassinated in his bathtub by Charlotte Corday, a member of the opposing political faction. In 1909, Souphanouvong, 1st President of Laos (died 1995) was born. In 1927, Simone Veil, French lawyer and politician, President of the European Parliament (died 2017) was born. In 1941, Jacques Perrin, French actor, director, and producer (died 2022) was born. In 2013, Henri Julien, French race car driver (born 1927) passed away. In 2013, Marc Simont, French-American author and illustrator (born 1915) passed away. In 2016, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom David Cameron resigns, and is succeeded by Theresa May. In 2024, President of the United States Donald Trump is injured in an assassination attempt while speaking at an election campaign rally near Butler, Pennsylvania. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

France will hold new presidential elections on April 18 and May 2

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July 1, 2026

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French President Emmanuel Macron's second term ends May 13.

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Hungarian Conservative

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· Jul 2, 2026

France Sets 2027 Election Date as Frontrunner Jordan Bardella Faces Legal Probe 

France will hold the first round of its next presidential election on 18 April 2027 and the run-off on 2 May, just days before Emmanuel Macron leaves office. The announcement came as investigators carried out new raids linked to National Rally, whose leader Jordan Bardella currently leads polls to succeed the outgoing president. The post France Sets 2027 Election Date as Frontrunner Jordan Bardella Faces Legal Probe appeared first on Hungarian Conservative.

ArcaMax

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· Jul 1, 2026

France to hold first round of presidential election April 18

France will hold the first round of its upcoming presidential election on April 18, 2027, with a potential run-off set for May 2 if no candidate secures a majority. Government spokeswoman Maud Bregeon announced the dates following a cabinet ...

BERNAMA

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· Jul 1, 2026

World : France Sets Presidential Election Dates For Next April, May

ISTANBUL, July 1 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- France has set the dates for its 2027 presidential election for April 18 and May 2, 2027, the government confirmed on Wednesday during a Cabinet meeting, Anadolu Ajansi reported.

Sada Elbalad

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· Jul 1, 2026

France Sets April 2027 Date for Presidential Election

France will hold the first round of its next presidential election on April 18, 2027, with the runoff vote scheduled for May 2, according to an executive source, as President Emmanuel Macron prepares to leave office at the end of his second and final term.

The Local France

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· Jul 1, 2026

‘Dates set’ for France’s 2027 presidential election

Voters in France will go to the polls next Spring to decide their next president

The Independent

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· Jul 2, 2026

Marine Le Pen says she won’t run for president if ordered to wear electronic bracelet

France will hold the first round of its next presidential election on April 18

The Eastern Herald

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· Jul 1, 2026

France Sets Presidential Election for April 18, 2027, With Runoff on May 2

The French Cabinet officially confirmed Wednesday that the first round of the 2027 presidential election will be held on April 18, with a potential runoff on May 2 — formally opening a race that Emmanuel Macron, constitutionally barred from a third consecutive term, cannot join.

Africa Intelligence

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· Jun 29, 2026

South Africa : Ramaphosa expected in Paris in bid to reset ties

The South African President will make an official visit to France on 9 and 10 July. He is due to be received at the Élysée Palace by his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron.

Le Monde

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· Jul 2, 2026

Choice of French presidential election dates raises questions

The first round of the next presidential election is set for April 18, 2027, and the runoff on May 2, just one day after Labor Day, a highly symbolic date in France.

Ghanaian Times

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· Jun 24, 2026

NPP opens nominations for Constituency Executive Elections

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has announced that nominations for its upcoming Constituency Executive Elections are scheduled for today and closes on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. It said nomination forms should be obtained from the Constituency Elections Committee or at the Constituency Offices at the following costs: Constituency Chairman (GH¢1500), 1st and 2nd Vice (GH¢1000), The post NPP opens nominations for Constituency Executive Elections appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

The Rising Nepal

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· Jul 8, 2026

House of Representatives to meet next on Thursday

Kathmandu, July 8: The next meeting of the House of Representatives is scheduled to be held on Thursday. The meeting, wh...

Agencia Peruana de Noticias Andina

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· Jul 1, 2026

Peru's JNE: Who is invited to the proclamation of presidential runoff election results?

National Elections Board (JNE) spokesman Jorge Valdivia announced on Wednesday that the proclamation of the 2026 General Election runoff results is scheduled for July 3 at 11:00 a.m. (local time), once the proclamation of results by all Special Electoral Boards (JEEs) has been completed.

Guineematin.com

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· Jul 11, 2026

Décret : Mamadi Doumbouya annonce la date de l’installation des nouveaux députés

Les nouveaux députés guinéens vont entrer officiellement en fonction la semaine prochaine. Dans un décret publié ce vendredi 10 juillet 2026, le Président Mamadi Doumbouya a convoqué la séance inaugurale de l’Assemblée nationale, qui se tiendra le 17 juillet prochain. Le chef de l’État précise que cette première session sera consacrée exclusivement à l’installation des [] The post Décret : Mamadi Doumbouya annonce la date de l’installation des nouveaux députés first appeared on Guineematin.com.

Africanews

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· Jul 7, 2026

Guinea-Bissau to hold referendum on expanding presidential power

Military-run Guinea-Bissau will hold a referendum later this year on whether to approve a constitutional change giving the president more powers, according to a government decree published on Monday.

Guinee news

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· Jul 10, 2026

Assemblée nationale : installation des députés et élection du bureau prévues le 17 juillet(décret)

Le président de la République a, à travers un décret rendu public ce vendredi, convoqué la nouvelle Assemblée nationale en séance inaugurale conformément aux dispositions de la Constitution et des textes régissant le fonctionnement du Parlement. Cette première réunion est fixée au vendredi 17 juillet 2026 au Palais du Peuple. Cette convocation intervient après la []

Anadolu Agency

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· Jul 9, 2026

Abbas sets Nov. 28 for 1st Palestinian legislative elections in more than 20 years

Presidential decree schedules 1st legislative elections since January 2006; presidential vote to follow in accordance with law

Civil Georgia

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· Jul 2, 2026

‘Presidential Vote’ Set for September 18 in Occupied Tskhinvali

The so-called “presidential elections” in Georgia’s Russia-occupied Tskhinvali/South Ossetia region have been scheduled for September 18 by the de facto parliament, local news agency Res reported on July 1. The scheduling of the early vote follows the resignation of the region’s de facto leader, Alan Gagloev, who has become an adviser to Russian President Vladimir

Get French Football News

· Jun 22, 2026

France predicted XI v Iraq: Bradley Barcola in, Désiré Doué benched

France face Iraq on Monday night at Philadelphia’s Lincoln Field for their second 2026 World Cup group stage. Les Bleus are firmly in the driving seat in Group I after dispatching Senegal 3-1 for ...

Associated Press

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· Jul 13, 2026

LIVE: Zelenskyy and Rutte join Macron for ‘Coalition of the Willing’ summit on Ukraine

Watch live as French President Emmanuel Macron hosts a meeting of the "Coalition of the Willing" at Les Invalides in Paris. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, and some 30 heads of state are expected to attend. #ukraine

B92.net

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· Jul 8, 2026

Vučić: "Elections in October or November"; "Most likely parliamentary first, then presidential"

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić said that elections will be held in October or November and will most likely begin with parliamentary elections, followed by the presidential vote.

MyJoyOnline

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· Jul 1, 2026

The Sky Is Not Our Enemy: A royal call to end the betrayal of our lands and waters

Ghana’s second edition of the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving is set to take place today, July 1, 2026, as declared by President John Dramani Mahama.

FOX Sports Digital

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· Jun 29, 2026

France's Path To 2026 World Cup Final: Latest Projected Opponents For Round Of 16 And On

Looking at France's possible path to the 2026 World Cup final.

The Local Germany

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· Jun 30, 2026

What's on the agenda at the next EU-UK summit... if it takes place?

The next EU-UK summit was set to take place in July but has had to be postponed due to political manoeuverings in London. So when will it take place and what's on the agenda?

KSAT San Antonio

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· Jun 23, 2026

The Latest: Mamdani-endorsed candidates look to reshape New York’s congressional delegation

The latest round of primary elections is underway in four more states.

Canada Sports Betting

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· Jun 21, 2026

2026 World Cup: France vs. Iraq Match Prediction, Betting Tips, And Odds (6/22/26)

Our France vs. Iraq prediction for this crucial 2026 World Cup Group Stage clash points heavily toward Les Bleus, who look poised to build on their dominant second-half display against Senegal. France enters the match as one of the tournament favourites after Kylian Mbappé inspired a convincing 3-1 victory in their opener, while Iraq arrives [...] Read More... The post 2026 World Cup: France vs. Iraq Match Prediction, Betting Tips, And Odds (6/22/26) appeared first on canadasportsbetting.ca.

Ukrainska Pravda

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· Jul 9, 2026

Zelenskyy announces meeting on anti-ballistic defence in France in coming days

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that the first meeting dedicated to the Ukrainian anti-ballistic system Freya will take place in France in the coming days.

The West Australian

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· Jul 12, 2026

Israeli voters to decide new government in October

Several Israeli media reports indicate the country's parliamentary elections will be held at the end of October.

Eunews

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· Jun 22, 2026

From putting a stop to “meat sounding” to digital sovereignty: here’s what will be discussed at the Connact summer workshop

The event, which will be attended by European representatives and Italian stakeholders, is to be held at the European Parliament on 24 June

Caucasian Knot

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· Jul 1, 2026

The authorities of South Ossetia announced the date of the presidential elections.

Early presidential elections in South Ossetia are scheduled for September 18.

The Standard

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· Jun 22, 2026

France vs Iraq LIVE: Weather delay latest - World Cup 2026 match stream, latest team news, lineups, TV, prediction

Les Bleus out to continue perfect start

Proto Thema - English

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· Jul 7, 2026

NATO Summit agenda focuses on defence spending and implementation of the 5% pledge – UPDATES

The Trump–Erdogan meeting is scheduled for 15:15 at the Beştepe presidential complex — the U.S. president’s positive signals, Israel’s reactions and reports of a possible French shift in position The post NATO Summit agenda focuses on defence spending and implementation of the 5 pledge – UPDATES appeared first on ProtoThema English.

Sarajevo Times

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· Jun 29, 2026

The PIC Session Scheduled: Will Ambassadors Reach a Consensus on a New OHR Representative in BiH?

The new session of the Peace Implementation Council (PIC), focusing on discussing the appointment of the High Representative, is scheduled for June 30. According to unofficial information, talks are being led at the highest level, and if the EU and the US manage to reach a compromise, tomorrow will be significant. Otherwise, the US could re-evaluate its funding for the OHR, [] The post The PIC Session Scheduled: Will Ambassadors Reach a Consensus on a New OHR Representative in BiH? appeared first on Sarajevo Times.

The Hill

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· Jul 11, 2026

The ‘pragmatic’ Democratic ticket the GOP does not want to face in 2028

Crunch time is rapidly approaching for both the Democratic and Republican leadership. The 2026 midterms are now less than four months away. The results of those races will not only have a massive impact upon how our nation is governed — or not — over the next two years, but on the 2028 presidential contest as well. As the election clocks accelerate, both...

Voice of Nigeria

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· Jun 29, 2026

Ramaphosa to Visit France for UNESCO Meeting

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will undertake a working visit to France from July 10 to 12, during which he will co-chair a high-level UNESCO meeting on education in Paris and participate in World War I commemorations at Delville Wood. President Ramaphosa was invited by UNESCO Director‑General Khaled El‑Enany to co‑chair the SDG4 Steering Committee [] The post Ramaphosa to Visit France for UNESCO Meeting appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

Al Bawaba

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· Jun 22, 2026

France vs Iraq predicted lineups - FIFA World Cup 2026

France will meet Iraq today at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, USA, in the second round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage...

Mwebantu

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· Jun 22, 2026

ECZ to Meet Presidential Candidates Monday on Campaign Timetable

THE Electoral Commission of Zambia, (ECZ), will meet presidential candidates today, Monday, June 22, 2026, to develop the presidential campaign timetable ahead of the Aug 13 general election. Corporate Affairs Manager Patricia Luhanga said in a media notice Sunday the meeting will start at 10:00 hours at ECZ Head Office, New Conference Room, Elections House [] The post ECZ to Meet Presidential Candidates Monday on Campaign Timetable first appeared on Mwebantu.

Vanguard News

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· Jul 12, 2026

Candidates’ List: INEC extends deadline to July 14

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has extended the deadline for submission of lists of candidates for the 2027 Presidential and National Assembly Elections by political parties, moving the cut-off from Saturday, July 11, 2026, to midnight on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. In a statement issued by the National Commissioner and [] The post Candidates’ List: INEC extends deadline to July 14 appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Jerusalem Post

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· Jul 12, 2026

Israel sets election date for October 27, Netanyahu government to complete full term

With the elections set to take place on October 27 as planned, this will be the first time since 1988 that elections have been held after a full four-year term.

101GREATGOALS.COM

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· Jun 21, 2026

France v Iraq: Predicted line-ups, preview and where to watch as Les Bleus look to maintain 100% World Cup record

France will qualify for the World Cup knockout stages with a win against Iraq in Philadelphia. Read our in-depth preview here...

UrduPoint

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· Jul 10, 2026

No delay in general elections, voting to take place as scheduled: CEC AJK

No delay in general elections, voting to take place as scheduled: CEC AJK

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