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French sports chiefs say clubs must prepare for Olympic boom

French sports clubs and federations are being urged to be ready for a wave of interest likely to follow the 2024 Paris Olympics after a spectacular first week of success for French athletes.

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Paris prosecutors open investigation into harassment of Olympics show artists

Paris prosecutors have launched a probe into a cyberharassment campaign after Thomas Jolly, the ceremony's artistic director, and other artists involved in the ceremony filed complaints.

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Paris 2024 Olympics: Five things we learned on Day 7: Léon I - the Swim King

From the country that gave us Louis XIV, the self-styled Sun King and: "L'état, c'est moi," we now have Léon I, the Swim King and: "La piscine, c'est moi." The 22-year-old added a fourth Olympic gold medal to his trophy cabinet on Friday night.

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Judo Legend Teddy Riner, Young Star Léon Marchand Deliver France’s Olympic Moment

The gold medal performances of a 35-year-old judoka at his fifth Olympics and a 22-year-old swimmer at his first marked a special day for the host country.

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Beth Shriever’s anguish is also the magic of the most brutal sport at the Olympics

Britain’s medal hopefuls Kye Whyte and Beth Shriever both finished out of the medal places in the wildly unpredictable sport of BMX racing

The Independent UK

Silver linings for GB duo as Duncan Scott and Ben Proud claim milestone medals

Scott is now Scotland’s most decorated Olympian while Proud completed his medal collection.

The Independent UK

Olympic fever gives France's president and caretaker government a break

After weeks of political turmoil that has left France without a government, a recent poll shows President Emmanuel Macron and caretaker PM Gabriel Attal benefitting from a slight uptick in popularity, boosted by a positive start to the Paris Olympics.

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What the 2024 Olympics tells us about global geopolitics

Since the Olympic Games in Paris began, the French president, Emmanuel Macron, has posted the statement “This is France!” several times on his social media platforms.

The Conversation

Vacationing Macron Takes Back Seat During Games

French President Emmanuel Macron has opted to take a back seat during the Olympic Games after weeks of domestic political turmoil, heading to his Mediterranean holiday residence and leaving Prime Minister Gabriel Attal to oversee proceedings in Paris.

International Business Times

How the Olympics opening ceremony triggered a debate on ‘woke ideology’ in France

France was hurt, divided and in need of a great federating event after recent elections. And Emmanuel Macron framed the Olympic Games as an opportunity to “unite around a France that welcomes the world”, calling for a “political truce” during that time.

The Conversation

Citius, altius, antibioticus: Olympic triathlon a triumph of optics for Paris

The triathlons were a resounding success: races across water, cycleway and cobbles that will have left Emmanuel Macron punching the air after river pollution controversy

The Guardian - UK

Chinese teenagers dive into Olympic history at the people's Aquatics Centre

Unveiling the Aquatics Centre at the beginning of April, Emmanuel Macron, the president of France, heaped paeans upon the teams that had worked on the 170 million-euro building to ready it in time for the Olympics. Equally crucial, he insisted, the future.

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Humiliation of Haniyeh’s killing creates early crisis for Iran’s new president

Iran’s new president hoped to improve relations with the west, but calls for armed response will be hard to ignore

The Guardian - UK

French President Macron Praises Paris For Swimmable Seine River

French President Macron lauds Paris for hosting successful triathlon event and celebrates the cleanliness of the Seine River. Local athlete shines in the c...

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France calls on Iran for restraint in regional crises as new leader sworn in

French President Emmanuel Macron discussed regional conflicts with his new Iranian counterpart, a day before Masoud Pezeshkian was due to be sworn in. Pezeshkian was finally sworn in yesterday, Tuesday.

The Independent UK

Macron spent £400k on lavish dinner with King Charles and Camilla, report reveals

That set the French state back €474,851, including €166,193 on catering and €42,515 on drinks

The Guardian - UK

Wednesday briefing: Where France’s €1.6bn plan to clean up the Seine for the Olympics went wrong

In today’s newsletter: The government has spent €1.6bn improving the river, but an ancient sewage system and the climate are muddying the waters

International Business Times

With Games In Full Swing, Opening Ceremony Controversy Simmers On

The controversy over the iconoclastic opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics is refusing to abate days into the Games, with conservative political figures worldwide condemning a show that has been staunchly defended by President Emmanuel Macron and its creators.

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Algeria recalls ambassador after France backs Moroccan plan for Western Sahara

Algeria announced on Tuesday it is recalling its ambassador from France. This came after President Emmanuel Macron offered support for a plan for autonomy in the Western Sahara under Moroccan sovereignty. He described it as the "only way" to resolve the longstanding territorial dispute.

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France Backs Morocco's Autonomy Plan For Western Sahara

France's support for Morocco's autonomy plan in Western Sahara shifts dynamics in the longstanding conflict, facing criticism from Algeria and the Polisari...

France 24

France reverses course to back Moroccan autonomy plan for disputed Western Sahara

In a marked departure from its historical position, France moved on Tuesday to recognise Morocco's sovereignty over the Western Sahara, dealing a blow to the the Algeria-backed Polisario Front, which claims it is an independent state.

The Independent UK

France shifts Western Sahara stance, seeking closer ties with Morocco

France has recognized Morocco’s sovereignty over the disputed Western Sahara, shifting a decades-held position and adding itself to a growing list of countries to back Morocco while a United Nations-mediated peace process remains stalled

The Guardian - UK

Rockets fired from Lebanon kill one Israeli citizen amid retaliation fears

US diplomatic efforts to constrain Israel’s reaction continue as Benjamin Netanyahu vows a ‘harsh’ response

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French President Urges Iran To Avoid Regional Military Escalation

French President Macron urges Iran to avoid military escalation in the region amidst tensions with Israel and Hezbollah. Lebanon warns Israel against invas...

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Iranian President-Elect Warns Israel Of Consequences For Lebanon Attack

Iran's President-elect warns Israel of severe consequences for potential attack on Lebanon, amidst rising tensions in the region.

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