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Macron backs bill allowing medically assisted death

President Macron supports new end-of-life legislation allowing 'help to die' with strict conditions.

France's proposed bill builds on citizens' recommendation of assistance to die for those in need. [ more ]

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President Macron Seals Historic Amendment, Guarantees Abortion As Constitutional Right In France - Towleroad Gay News

France added the right to abortion in its constitution, making it the first country to do so.

President Macron aims to extend abortion rights in Europe. [ more ]

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France makes abortion a constitutional right on International Women's Day

France guarantees abortion as a constitutional right, setting a global precedent

President Macron vows to advocate for abortion rights across Europe [ more ]

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French Senate approves a bill to make abortion a constitutional right

France's Senate approved a bill to enshrine a woman's right to abortion in the constitution, following the National Assembly's approval, moving towards final approval.

President Macron aims to make the right to abortion irreversible by amending the constitution, emphasizing women's freedom and responding to global threats to abortion rights. [ more ]

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French troops limited to non-combat role, minister says, after Macron remarks on Ukraine

France could send troops to Ukraine for specific needs, not for fighting.

President Macron's idea to send troops to Ukraine sparked debate without concrete plans. [ more ]

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France to decide on constitutional right to abortion DW 03/04/2024

French lawmakers to vote on enshrining abortion right in constitution

President Macron proposes amending French constitution for abortion rights [ more ]

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France to hold final vote on enshrining abortion as a constitutional right

The French parliament will hold a historic joint session at the Palace of Versailles to finalize enshrining abortion as a constitutional right.

President Macron aims to secure women's freedom to choose an irreversible right to abortion by amending the French constitution. [ more ]

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French parliament rejects Macron's immigration bill in surprise vote

French lawmakers have rejected the government's immigration bill, cutting short debates and dealing a blow to President Macron's attempts to pass laws without a majority.

The rejection does not mean the end of the bill, as the government can send it back to the upper house, seek a compromise, or use executive powers to force its adoption. [ more ]

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French parliament rejects Macron's immigration bill in surprise vote

French lawmakers have rejected the government's immigration bill, cutting short debates and dealing a blow to President Macron's attempts to pass laws without a majority.

The rejection does not mean the end of the bill, as the government can send it back to the upper house, seek a compromise, or use executive powers to force its adoption. [ more ]

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Kylian Mbappe's Olympics plans confirmed by French president

Kylian Mbappe still aims to play in the Olympics despite potential transfer to Real Madrid. [ more ]

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New Caledonia: France seeks state of emergency amid riots DW 05/15/2024

President Macron to declare a state of emergency in New Caledonia following deadly riots over voting reforms. [ more ]

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Macron: Nuclear arms should be part of EU defense debate DW 04/29/2024

President Macron expressed willingness to discuss using French nuclear weapons for European defense, attracting criticism from political opponents. [ more ]

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OPINION: Olympics opening ceremony on the river was too ambitious for Paris

President Macron acknowledged the logistical and security challenges for the grand opening ceremony of Paris Olympics and hinted at alternate plans if necessary. [ more ]

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France's parliament condemns 1961 police massacre of Algerians in Paris

The French parliament approved a resolution condemning the 1961 killings of Algerians by Paris police.

President Emmanuel Macron acknowledged the 1961 massacre as 'inexcusable' in 2021. [ more ]

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OPINION: France been in denial for decades about its 'magic money tree' spending

Free medical transport services in France are significant and costly, benefiting many patients, especially in rural areas.

French state deficit grew due to reduced tax revenues, impacting President Macron's promises and plans for the budget. [ more ]

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France: Police launch first raids in drug crackdown DW 03/25/2024

French police launch major operations against drug dealing in multiple cities.

President Macron initiates 'XXL clean-up' to combat drug trafficking. [ more ]

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LIVE: UN Security Council to vote on new Gaza ceasefire resolution

The UN Security Council will vote on a new draft resolution for a ceasefire in Gaza.

President Macron opposes Israeli military action in Rafah. [ more ]

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French parliament rejects Macron's immigration bill in surprise vote

French lawmakers have rejected the government's immigration bill, cutting short debates and dealing a blow to President Macron's attempts to pass laws without a majority.

The rejection does not mean the end of the bill, as the government can send it back to the upper house, seek a compromise, or use executive powers to force its adoption. [ more ]

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Video: Macron Visits Notre-Dame as Restoration Continues

President Macron checks on the progress of Notre-Dame's rebuilding

One year to the day since the fire that devastated the landmark [ more ]

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France launches major anti-drug crackdown in Marseille DW 03/19/2024

President Macron launched a major anti-drug operation in Marseille, addressing gang criminality ahead of hosting Olympic events.

France implemented a large-scale operation involving 4,000 police officers to combat drug trafficking in Marseille, arresting 82 people. [ more ]

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Macron faces backlash from medical workers over assisted-dying bill

The French government plans to present a bill allowing assisted dying for terminally-ill patients.

Criticism from medical workers and the Catholic Church towards President Macron's draft bill. [ more ]

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Russia-Ukraine war live: France's Macron not ruling out sending ground troops to Ukraine

President Macron refuses to rule out sending ground troops to Ukraine, emphasizes no consensus exists yet.

A new coalition led by France will supply Ukraine with medium- and long-range missiles and bombs to support deep strikes. [ more ]

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OPINION: Which side would Le Pen be on in World War III? French history gives a clue

Marine Le Pen distances herself from her father's beliefs and works to detoxify her party's image.

President Macron challenges Le Pen's attendance at state ceremony honoring a Communist resistance leader. [ more ]

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Marine Le Pen to defy Macron's request not to attend event for WW2 resistance hero

Marine Le Pen defies request to stay away from national ceremony honoring WWII resistance hero

President Macron suggests far-right representatives should not attend event honoring historical figures [ more ]

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