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Once widely unpopular, former President François Hollande is re-entering political discussions ahead of next year's Elysée Palace race, banking on voter fatigue with fragmented candidates to secure a renewed mandate.
President Emmanuel Macron has no intention of fading into the background ahead of the presidential election.
The French Socialist party continues to lack a strong candidate for the Elysée, with no aspirant, including former President Hollande, guaranteed to reach the second round.
Marine Le Pen has officially launched her campaign for the 2027 French presidential election, despite ongoing legal challenges that could potentially require her to wear an electronic tag. A recent court decision on her appeal is expected to influence her political standing.
The United States and Iran have signed a 14-point memorandum of understanding to end the war in the Middle East, with experts weighing in on the agreement and its implications. The deal includes a $300 billion reconstruction fund and has prompted calls for reduced oil prices.
The 2027 French presidential election is seeing a growing number of candidates, signaling a disorganized race for the Elysée Palace. Among them, Bruno Retailleau is determined to pursue his path towards the presidency.
Emmanuel Macron hosted a summit at the Elysée Palace with electricity distributors, suppliers, and industrialists to advance France's electrification, resulting in new offers for charging stations and heat pumps.
Two investigators from France's economic crime unit conducted an on-site inspection at the Elysée Palace in Paris yesterday.
France's Economy Minister defended the nomination of Emmanuel Moulin, former Elysée Secretary-General, to the Banque de France, countering opposition claims of political favoritism.
Jean-Luc Mélenchon, leader of the French opposition party La France Insoumise, has officially announced his candidacy for the 2027 French presidential elections. This declaration has initiated widespread discussion about his political strategy and potential impact on the left-wing vote.
André, a French cybersecurity expert previously imprisoned in Qatar for 264 days, has condemned the Elysée Palace's 'silence' and President Macron's 'inaction' regarding his case.
A former employee of the Elysée Palace has been convicted for stealing tableware and selling it on the online marketplace Vinted, under the account name 'La lanterne'.
French investigators were reportedly denied access to the Elysée Palace while attempting to conduct inquiries related to a probe into suspected favoritism and corruption concerning government event contracts. The investigation focuses on an influential event agency.
A famous hotel in Paris, located near the Elysee Palace, caught fire, leading to the evacuation of approximately 400 people as flames rapidly spread from the basement. Firefighters reported three people were injured in the incident.
Rabat – Morocco’s Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch, representing King Mohammed VI at the Global Nuclear Energy Summit, attended a dinner hosted on Tuesday at the Palais de l’Elysée by French President Emmanuel Macron. The dinner was held in honor of the participating heads of state and government. Morocco’s delegation during the summit also includes […] The post Global Nuclear Energy Summit: Akhannouch Attends Macron’s Dinner at Elysée appeared first on Morocco World News.
Three men appeared before a Paris criminal court on charges of stealing or possessing over 100 pieces from the French presidential palace's tableware collection.
Following her resignation from the Louvre, Emmanuel Macron has tasked Laurence des Cars with a new mission related to museum cooperation, as part of France's G7 presidency.
French President Emmanuel Macron has urged students to surrender mobile phones at school, revealing that he also hands in his device before meetings at the Élysée Palace. His remarks support growing national initiatives to limit digital distractions in classrooms.
Bruno Retailleau, president of Les Républicains, is aiming to move beyond his image as the candidate of 'reason' to connect with the 'emotions' of the French people in his bid for the Elysée, giving himself until Christmas to distinguish himself on the right.
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen has seen a surge in opinion polls after her conviction and announcement of her candidacy for the Elysée Palace. Like Farage, Trump, and Berlusconi before her, she seeks electoral gain from challenging the justice system.
Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to hold a mass for 500,000 people on Paris' Champs-Elysées in September, marking the first state visit to France by a pope in 18 years, with additional stops planned in Lourdes and Metz.
As the Elysée election approaches, candidates are intensifying their efforts to rally elected officials and party executives, aiming to leverage their ability to gather support as an asset with public opinion.
Several French presidential candidates have called for a review of the justice system's functioning and better consideration of children's testimonies, following the abduction of young Lyhanna in Gers, whose body was likely found.
New reports allege that French First Lady Brigitte Macron believes women are 'predators' and implements a 'face control' policy for female staff seeking employment at the Elysée Palace. These claims suggest her actions are driven by jealousy and a desire to control those around her husband, Emmanuel Macron.
The Élysée Palace has been searched as part of an ongoing investigation into contracts related to events, specifically the Pantheonizations. This action is part of a broader inquiry into government dealings.
A new book by journalist Florian Tardif alleges that Brigitte Macron slapped Emmanuel Macron after discovering a flattering text message he sent to Iranian actress Golshifteh Farahani, a claim denied by the Elysée.
The Elysée Palace's smoking room, a masterpiece of 1970s design commissioned by then-president Georges Pompidou, has been restored and is set to go on display.
The Elysée Palace announced that French President Emmanuel Macron's upcoming visit to Athens aims to highlight the historical ties between Greece and France.
A former silverware keeper at France's presidential palace has been sentenced to two years for stealing hundreds of thousands of euros worth of luxury items, including presidential porcelain.
The process to determine the successor for Banque de France Governor Villeroy de Galhau has commenced, with Emmanuel Moulin, the Elysée's secretary-general, currently considered a frontrunner among several candidates.
The Elysée Palace announced that the French savings account, Livret A, will finance 60% of the new EPR 2 nuclear program.
French President Emmanuel Macron will visit Cyprus tomorrow to express French solidarity with the European Union member state, which was hit by drones last week and...
Three men, including one formerly in charge of the silverware at the French presidential palace, are on trial starting this Thursday, February 26, for stealing dozens of pieces of porcelain from the Élysée. The estimated value of the stolen items exceeds €350,000. FRANCE 24's Monte Francis reports.
The former prime minister and presidential candidate revealed he is in a committed partnership with fellow politician Stéphane Séjourné, discussing their future together.
Marine Le Pen has successfully avoided being fitted with an ankle monitor, a development that comes as she is seen as closer to the Elysée Palace than ever before. This event highlights her ongoing political activities and legal status.
France is facing criticism for hosting the Saudi-backed Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris, with an opening ceremony featuring Aya Nakamura, as the Elysée endorses the kingdom's growing dominance in the sector.
Bruno Retailleau is actively campaigning for the 2027 presidential election, maintaining his focus on reaching the Elysée Palace. Édouard Philippe stated that the issue is not about breaking with Macronism, while writer Boualem Sansal expressed his likely support for Retailleau.
France’s biggest geek get-together started with a bang this year. For its 10th anniversary, the VivaTech trade show took to the Champs-Elysées, billing the installation as "Europe's largest open-air…
Several French right-wing politicians, including Wauquiez, Lisnard, Bertrand, and Barnier, are cultivating their Elysée ambitions or advocating for an open primary, despite some believing the race is already decided.
French investigators have searched the Elysée Palace as part of a corruption investigation into contracts for lavish ceremonies at the Pantheon, a case spanning two decades.
Ofer Bronchtein, a prominent French-Israeli activist and president of the International Forum for Peace, has passed away. The Elysée Palace acknowledged his death, highlighting his humanist voice and dedication to peace.
The French left is grappling with internal debates over unity and strategy for the 2027 presidential election. Jean-Luc Mélenchon's potential fourth bid for the Elysée is seen as complicating efforts to unite the left, while other figures call for the socialist party to "wake up."
A comment by President Emmanuel Macron targeting French hardliners over Algeria has provoked a strong reaction from right-wing presidential candidate Bruno Retailleau, escalating tensions ahead of the 2027 Elysée Palace race.
European nations, led by France and the UK, are planning a multinational naval mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz. This initiative aims to ensure safe passage through the vital waterway, with Italy also expressing openness to contribute.
French investigators were blocked from entering the Élysée Palace while conducting a probe into an events company that secured contracts for major state ceremonies.
Former French Prime Ministers Édouard Philippe and Gabriel Attal are reportedly in regular communication, cautiously assessing their positions and timing before potentially launching their campaigns for the 2027 Elysée presidential election.
Upcoming French municipal elections are seen as an early indicator for what might happen in the presidential and legislative elections a year later, with a focus on Bardella's potential path to the Elysée.
Guillaume Gomez, former head chef of the Élysée Palace and youngest Meilleur Ouvrier de France, spoke out in defense of farmers and producers at the Salon de l'agriculture, criticizing 'anti-speciesists' who he says don't understand agricultural work.
An Elysée Palace treasurer, their spouse, and a Louvre guardian are facing trial in Paris for the theft and receipt of dozens of porcelain pieces stolen from the presidential palace.