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The French Senate has controversially approved the lifting of Senator <strong>Francois Zbinier</strong>'s immunity, allowing judicial authorities to question him in a corruption investigation. This inquiry focuses on the allocation of social housing to a young woman following a personal relationship with Zbinier.
The Nanterre court in France sentenced Patrick Balkany, the former mayor of Levallois-Perret, to <strong>15 months</strong> and three years in prison for financial corruption charges. Balkany misused public funds to support an associate and directed municipal police for personal purposes.
Edward Philippe, leader of the Horizon party and former mayor of Le Havre, has announced his intention to continue as a candidate for the French presidency in the 2027 elections, despite ongoing investigations into corruption allegations regarding public funds management. He made these statements during a radio interview.
In the final stages of his appeal trial regarding the financing of his 2007 campaign, former French President <strong>Nicolas Sarkozy</strong> expressed his feelings after facing harsh criticism. He now awaits the court's decision on November 30.
French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed a group of allies to strategic positions within the government, aiming to bolster his standing before the upcoming presidential elections. This move comes amid the rising influence of the far-right in France.
Today marks the beginning of the closing arguments in the appeal trial concerning the alleged Libyan funding of former French President Nicolas Sarkozy's campaign. This case has sparked significant controversy within French political and media circles.
French presidential candidate Edward Philippe revealed a series of new initiatives during a party meeting in Reims, aiming to garner support from various political factions. This announcement comes as part of his preparations for the upcoming presidential elections scheduled for 2027.
Edward Philippe, the mayor of Le Havre and leader of the Horizons party, is positioning himself as a candidate for the center-right in the 2027 French presidential elections. He is competing against Bruno Retailleau, who has the backing of the Republicans party.
Jean-Luc Melenchon, leader of the 'France Insoumise' party, announced his intention to run in the 2027 French presidential election during an interview with TF1. This marks his fourth attempt at the presidency after previous bids in 2012, 2017, and 2022.
The appeal trial regarding the campaign financing of former French President <strong>Nicolas Sarkozy</strong> continues, as intermediary <strong>Alexandre Jouhary</strong> fails to provide sufficient clarifications on ambiguous points. This case raises questions about transparency and integrity in the electoral process.
Bernard Cazeneuve, the former French Prime Minister, has declared his intention to run in the presidential elections scheduled for 2027. This announcement comes at a critical time for French politics as Cazeneuve seeks to reclaim his role on the political stage.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced during a meeting with students in Nicosia that he plans to withdraw from political life after his presidential term ends. This statement raises questions about the future of French politics amid significant global changes.
Olivier Faure, the leader of the French Socialist Party, has unveiled a new presidential project aimed at enhancing freedoms, amidst significant internal divisions within the party. This announcement comes at a critical time as the party prepares for the upcoming presidential elections.
Olivier Faure, the First Secretary of the French Socialist Party, is hosted on the political program 'Questions Politique' on France Inter today from 12 PM to 1 PM. This appearance comes at a critical time for the party as it seeks to reaffirm its position in French politics.
The circle surrounding French President Emmanuel Macron has witnessed a wave of resignations, with over ten senior officials leaving their positions in recent months. This comes at a critical time as Macron faces challenges in running for a new term.
Leaks regarding the detention of European Parliament member Rima Hassan have ignited widespread reactions in France. Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin announced an official investigation into the matter, highlighting its serious implications for judicial integrity.
In response to an initiative involving 90 parliamentarians, the leader of the Republicans, Bruno Retailleau, emphasized that the time for weak compromises has passed. This statement comes as the party seeks to clarify its stance on President Macron's policies.
On April 2, 1974, French President Georges Pompidou passed away after a long battle with illness. His presidency, from 1969 until his death, was marked by significant modernization efforts in France and the enhancement of its international standing.
Olivier Faure, leader of the French Socialist Party, announced that party members will vote to select their presidential candidate before June. This decision comes as part of the preparations for the upcoming presidential elections scheduled for 2027.
The local elections in France witnessed intense competition, with some municipalities decided by a narrow margin of votes. This reflects the varying political opinions across the country.
Former MP <strong>François Boboni</strong> has announced his intention to appeal a ruling against him from last December, following his admission of financial misconduct involving public funds. This legal move is considered rare in such cases.
A grand funeral was held in Paris for former Prime Minister Lionel Jospin, who passed away last Sunday. Thousands attended the ceremony, including prominent political figures, as former President François Hollande expressed his sorrow over the loss of a significant figure in French political history.
The French MoDem party faces a severe crisis following the defeat of its leader, François Bayrou, in local elections in Pau. Bayrou aims to rebuild the party by launching a new platform for centrist forces to enhance its influence in the upcoming presidential elections.
France is celebrating the memorial of former Prime Minister <strong>Lionel Jospin</strong>, who passed away last Sunday at the age of 86. President <strong>Emmanuel Macron</strong> described him as a 'humble fighter' striving for achievements through the rigor and greatness of history.
Tributes have poured in for former French Prime Minister Lionel Jospin following his death on March 22. A national tribute will begin on Thursday, as many consider him a symbol of honest politics.
David Lisnard, the mayor of Cannes and vice president of the French Republicans, announced he is no longer affiliated with the party. This announcement comes at a critical time as Lisnard criticizes the party's candidate selection process for the upcoming elections.
Édouard Philippe, the mayor of Le Havre, has announced his intention to run in the 2027 French presidential elections after achieving strong results in the recent municipal elections. He is considered a potential candidate for the French presidency in the future.
The left has secured a significant victory in the elections for the city of Nîmes, France, with Communist Party candidate <strong>Vincent Bouget</strong> winning the mayoral position after the Left Democratic Party had governed the city for <strong>25 years</strong>.
Lionel Jospin, the former Prime Minister of France, has died at the age of 88. His family announced the news on Sunday, following concerns about his health after a serious surgery in January.
The second round of municipal elections in France has concluded, revealing substantial shifts in party performances. Notable transformations in several cities make this election a significant event in the French political landscape.