Carrefour chief says 50 stores were targeted in France unrest, seeks faster compensation
Alexandre Bompard said about 1,500 other shops were damaged during Saturday’s unrest and estimated repairs at more than €10 million.
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France faces damage and mass arrests after October 17 protests
About 1,800 people were arrested after demonstrations across France turned violent. Officials reported hundreds of injured emergency workers, while businesses assessed damage.
Paris police restrict march as protests are planned across France
Students, trade unionists and Yellow Vest participants are expected at demonstrations over living costs and school conditions, while police have barred a central Paris route.
Macron urges EU budget deal by year-end as elections narrow room for agreement
Diplomats say the French president warned EU leaders that elections could make a deal harder in 2027. Leaders called for a timely agreement but set no firm deadline.
France faces spending demands as borrowing costs squeeze budget choices
Student protests and investor concern are pulling France’s budget choices in opposing directions. Treasury records show borrowing continues, while economists differ over the...
France and Germany sign Citizens’ Fund agreement during Steinmeier visit
The agreement places a €5 million-a-year fund within the Franco-German Youth Office as the two countries’ presidents approach the end of their terms. Disagreement over a joint...
G7 agrees 100 million-barrel oil release, with diesel supplies first
G7 leaders agreed to release emergency oil stocks through the IEA over four months, beginning immediately. A substantial diesel release is planned for the first 20 days.
Macron welcomes possibility of UK rejoining EU after Burnham opens debate
The French president said ‘Welcome back’ when asked about the British prime minister’s willingness to consider EU membership. Burnham has proposed examining several options...