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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1558, Battle of Gravelines: In France, Spanish forces led by Count Lamoral of Egmont defeat the French forces of Marshal Paul de Thermes at Gravelines. In 1690, Nine Years' War: French naval forces led by Anne Hilarion de Tourville fresh from their victory at Beachy Head sail West and launch a raid on the small English town of Teignmouth leaving it devastated. 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 1793, Jean-Paul Marat, Swiss-French physician, scientist and theorist (born 1743) passed away. In 1927, Simone Veil, French lawyer and politician, President of the European Parliament (died 2017) was born. In 1973, Watergate scandal: Alexander Butterfield reveals the existence of a secret Oval Office taping system to investigators for the Senate Watergate Committee. In 1980, Seretse Khama, Botswana lawyer and politician, 1st President of Botswana (born 1921) passed away. In 2003, French DGSE personnel abort an operation to rescue Íngrid Betancourt from FARC rebels in Colombia, causing a political scandal when details are leaked to the press. In 2013, Henri Julien, French race car driver (born 1927) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
French parliamentary inquiry slams government's handling of British border

The report by a Communist MP denounces France's security-first approach as ineffective, dangerous and lacking democratic oversight.
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The Local France
· Jun 25, 2026
Digital nomads: French government clarifies rules on remote working
The issue of foreigners working remotely in France while on a 'visitor' visa has long been a confusing grey area - but now the French government has clarified to parliament, and to The Local, who can work on this status.
BNO News
· Jul 8, 2026
France opens investigation into Paraguayan senator’s racist comments on Mbappé
French prosecutors have opened an investigation into racist comments made by Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla against Kylian Mbappé after France eliminated Paraguay from the World Cup, according to The Guardian. The Paris prosecutor’s office told The Guardian that the inquiry was opened after the French Football Federation (FFF) filed a complaint with France’s national unit [] The post France opens investigation into Paraguayan senator’s racist comments on Mbappé appeared first on BNO News.
Sweden Herald
· Jul 7, 2026
French prosecutors investigate Paraguayan senator over racist remarks about Mbappé
French prosecutors investigate Paraguayan senator over racist remarks about Mbappé
The Jerusalem Post
· Jun 21, 2026
UK Parliament to debate whether to open inquiry into Israel lobby's 'influence' over UK politics
UK parliament is set to debate a petition calling for an inquiry into alleged Israeli influence in British politics after it passed the 100,000-signature threshold.
HESPRESS English
· Jul 8, 2026
Paris tightens security ahead of France-Morocco World Cup quarterfinal
French authorities will tighten security across Paris on Thursday ahead of the highly anticipated World Cup quarterfinal between France and Morocco, temporarily closing several metro stations, deploying drones and increasing the police presence in areas expected to attract large crowds. Several metro stations near the Champs-Élysées and other popular gathering points will close beginning at [] The post Paris tightens security ahead of France-Morocco World Cup quarterfinal appeared first on HESPRESS English - Morocco News.
Daily Sabah
· Jul 7, 2026
French prosecutors probe Paraguayan senator over Mbappe abuse
French prosecutors have opened an investigation into alleged aggravated public insult and incitement to hatred or violence after a Paraguayan senator posted racist remarks targetin...
Western Standard
· Jul 8, 2026
EU lawmakers seek investigation into FIFA boss over Balogun decision
Members of the European Parliament are calling for an investigation into FIFA President Gianni Infantino after the governing body’s controversial decision to suspend US star Folarin Balogun’s World Cup suspension following pressure from the Trump administration.
Egypt Independent
· Jul 3, 2026
1,000 dead and counting: Shocking heatwave toll threatens to topple French government
The French government, led by Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, faces mounting political pressure after Green Party lawmakers tabled a no-confidence motion on Thursday over its handling of the severe heatwave that struck the country in late June. This comes as France braces for a potential third heatwave next week, amid lingering concerns over its health The post 1,000 dead and counting: Shocking heatwave toll threatens to topple French government appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Radio New Zealand
· Jun 24, 2026
Parliament and ministers kept in dark: two issues, two investigations
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The Independent
· Jun 25, 2026
Wealthy nations reap significant benefits from immigration, new study finds
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National Post
· Jun 26, 2026
‘Direction is clear’ on MAID, Carney says, after report recommends against expansion
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Malaysiakini
· Jul 1, 2026
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Sada Elbalad
· Jun 26, 2026
France and the Reconstruction of the Failed Policy of Appeasement; A Serious Threat to European Security
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The Standard
· Jul 1, 2026
Burnham told of £4.7bn defence black hole yesterday, minister suggests
Ministers faced questions over the funding gap and whether Mr Burnham was blindsided by Sir Keir Starmer’s announcement.
Jewish News Syndicate
· Jul 13, 2026
France probes weapons found near synagogue in Sarcelles
French anti-terror prosecutors are investigating after firearms were found in a suspicious car, though no motive has been established.
MyJoyOnline
· Jul 5, 2026
Moment of destiny for France’s Le Pen in verdict to decide her future in presidential race
France is in a state of nervous excitement as it awaits Tuesday's court verdict that will determine whether nationalist frontrunner Marine Le Pen can stand in next year's presidential election.
The Economic Times
· Jul 9, 2026
France appeals for calm before Morocco showdown
France appeals for calm before Morocco showdown
The i Paper
· Jul 4, 2026
My PIP was cut – losing my Motability car has been devastating
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· Jul 6, 2026
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· Jul 8, 2026
EU lawmakers press football chiefs for action on Trump-Infantino red card controversy
The row over Folarin Balogun's suspended one-match ban has sparked new calls for an investigation by European lawmakers.
Al Jazeera
· Jul 10, 2026
Bayeux Tapestry smuggled into Britain for first visit in 1,000 years
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The Olive Press
· Jun 26, 2026
‘Breturn’ is on? France welcomes Andy Burnham as British PM-in-waiting: ‘We’re ready to open the EU door to the UK’
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Assahifa
· Jul 6, 2026
Moroccan Embassy in Paris files complaint against Algerians over desecration of the national flag
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South Africa Today
· Jun 24, 2026
Parliament Confronts Illegal Immigration Crisis Ahead of June 30 Deadline
CAPE TOWN — The mounting illegal immigration crisis and a looming June 30 deadline for undocumented immigrants to leave the country have become central issues in Parliament. During a National Assembly debate on the Appropriation Bill, lawmakers heavily scrutinized the Home Affairs Department’s handling of the situation and the potential for unrest. The parliamentary debate []
The Media Line
· Jul 12, 2026
Weapons Found in Car Near Paris Synagogue Prompt Terrorism Investigation
French counterterrorism prosecutors opened an investigation Sunday after [] The post Weapons Found in Car Near Paris Synagogue Prompt Terrorism Investigation appeared first on The Media Line.
Russia Today
· Jun 29, 2026
France considers ‘reciprocal measures’ against African state
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Proto Thema - English
· Jul 6, 2026
Wildfires force thousands to flee in France, Spain and Portugal as heatwave grips southern Europe
France has called in EU firefighting aircraft after a major blaze near Perpignan burned 4,600 hectares, while Portugal and Spain remain on high alert as temperatures climb above 40C The post Wildfires force thousands to flee in France, Spain and Portugal as heatwave grips southern Europe appeared first on ProtoThema English.
Investing.com
· Jun 21, 2026
France faces economic slack as structural shifts weigh on demand- Citi
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· Jul 3, 2026
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· Jun 21, 2026
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· Jul 8, 2026
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· Jul 1, 2026
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· Jul 13, 2026
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· Jun 25, 2026
France: Public Debt Surges Past €3.5 Trillion, Raising Serious Concerns
The Ministry of Finance in Paris (Bercy). Jean-François Gornet / Flickr, CC BY-SA France has crossed a critical threshold as its public debt exceeded 3.5 trillion in the first quarter of 2026, reaching 117.5 of GDP. The French Court of Auditors has sounded the alarm over what it describes as an “alarming” fiscal situation, as public deficits hit record levels and debt-interest costs continue to soar. L’article France: Public Debt Surges Past 3.5 Trillion, Raising Serious Concerns est apparu en premier sur FrenchDailyNews.
The Hill
· Jun 30, 2026
Mike Lawler, Jamie Raskin get into shouting match at sanctuary cities hearing
A House hearing on sanctuary city policies erupted into a chaos on Tuesday after a screaming match over immigration policies between Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) and Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.). The confrontation broke out after Lawler, who appeared before the panel to introduce a witness, began his statement by condemning sanctuary city policies, saying places...
Sky News Australia
· Jun 26, 2026
More than 70,000 illegal migrants cross into UK in 18 months
‘Triggered with Samara Gill’ host Samara Gill says illegal immigration in the UK is out of control, with more than “70,000” illegal migrants crossing the border in the last 18 months. “Keir Starmer even warned Burnham in a veiled threat this week to get illegal immigration under control,” Ms Gill told Sky News host Danica De Giorgio. “If even Keir Starmer is telling you that, then there’s really something you need to think about.”
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