Air France’s permit to fly between Paris and Bamako has been revoked by Mali’s military government after the French national carrier suspended operations to and from the country over regional instability. In a letter addressed to Air France, Malian authorities said the suspension breached the terms of its permit …
Read More »Russia Upstages Neo-Colonialist France in West Africa
Opinion by Thalif Deen (united nations) Friday, August 11, 2023 Inter Press Service UNITED NATIONS, Aug 11 (IPS) – Going back to the 16th century and continuing through the late 1960s, France was described as the world’s second largest colonial power—just behind the British Empire. As the old saying goes: The …
Read More »From Normandy to the Dordogne: readers’ favourite spots in France
Surf and the Paris sleeper, Bay of Biscay Sun, sea, surf, sand and a sleeper train to Paris: Hendaye has it all. Nestled in this less-discovered corner of the Bay of Biscay, bordering Spain, Hendaye has a quaint old centre with cobbles and cute little cafes. Head to Le Palmier …
Read More »Australia vs France live stream: How to watch the Women's World Cup 2023 quarter-final from anywhere in the world
Find a Australia vs France live stream for this Women’s World Cup 2023 quarter-final in the UK, US, Canada and anywhere in the world
Read More »France ends Morocco’s dream World Cup run
Eugenie Le Sommer scored twice as France advanced to the FIFA Women’s World Cup quarter finals with a 4-0 win over Morocco on Tuesday. France’s all-time leading scorer struck once in each half as her country set up a showdown with co-host Australia in Brisbane on Saturdayfor a place in …
Read More »Only a legitimate government can cut ties with us – France tells Niger Republic’s military junta
The French foreign ministry has reacted to report of the military junta in Niger Republic cutting ties with it and other countries. France stated that the junta’s decision to scrap bilateral military pacts is invalid as only a “legitimate” leadership can do that. AFP reported that France’s foreign ministry …
Read More »Niger coup: Junta claims overthrown Government has authorized France to carry out military strikes on presidential palace
The military junta that seized power in Niger last week, has alleged that the ousted government has granted France permission to carry out strikes on the presidential palace with the aim of freeing President Mohamed Bazoum. This announcement came from Army Colonel Amadou Abdramane, one of the leaders of the …
Read More »France and EU cut off financial support to Niger following military coup
France and the European Union have cut off financial support to Niger after a coup toppled the West African country’s democratically elected president. Abdourahamane Tiani, a general who leads the country’s presidential guard, was declared the country’s new leader after President Mohamed Bazoum was detained earlier this week. In a …
Read More »Share your best discoveries in France – you could win a holiday voucher
With so much to explore, every trip to France brings new pleasures. There are so many ancient towns and cities to enjoy as well as countryside ranging from stunning peaks to great beaches – a fresh discovery lies around every corner for the inquisitive traveller. Please share details of your …
Read More »Tour de France Prize Money, Purse Breakdown: How Much Does the Winner Make?
Tour de France 2023 has been quite a ride but it will come to an end on Sunday, June 23 as the race finishes up at Champs-Élysées in Paris. The legendary biking event has been stiff with competition in recent years as Jonas Vingegaard’s 2022 win broke a two-year streak …
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