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What are the controversial immigration reforms adopted by France?

A contentious package of immigration reforms designed to toughen certain conditions for foreigners living in or moving to France has now passed both houses of the French parliament, thanks to the support of the far right. The legislation has changed considerably since it was first proposed by President Emmanuel Macron's…

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Le Pen's breakout moment? French government split by far-right backing of immigration bill

Are we at a turning point in French politics? Emmanuel Macron's ruling party is in crisis after the far right threw its weight behind an immigration bill stiffened after a parliamentary compromise. The government insists it had the votes without Marine Le Pen's party, but there's more than one way…

France 24

Fiercely contested immigration law is a 'shield that we needed', Macron says

French President Emmanuel Macron defended the adoption of a controversial new law toughening immigration in a televised interview on Wednesday, facing down critics who say he conceded too much to the far right in getting the law passed.

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The Guardian view on the politics of migration: when centrists dabble in extremism

Editorial: Western Europe is undergoing a reconfiguration, with the centre-right posing as radicals and the nativist right donning the garb of centrists

The Guardian - UK

French health minister resigns over contentious immigration law

France's health minister has resigned over the adoption of a controversial immigration law backed by the far-right, a government spokesman said on Wednesday, while denying there was any rebellion within President Emmanuel Macron's cabinet.

Radio France Internationale

First Thing: Colorado supreme court disqualifies Trump from state’s 2024 ballot

State’s highest court declares former president ineligible for White House under US constitution’s insurrection clause. Plus, how chemical exposures affect sperm health

The Guardian - UK

French health minister quits as immigration law splits Macron’s ruling party

French President Emmanuel Macron faced cracks within his ruling alliance on Wednesday as Health Minister Aurélien Rousseau tendered his resignation in protest at a controversial immigration law that the far right's Marine Le Pen hailed as an "ideological victory" for her camp.

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French Govt Seeks To Calm Tensions Over Immigration Bill

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday sought to restore unity to his centrist ruling party after the adoption of a tough immigration bill under pressure from the far right sparked an unprecedented rebellion within its ranks.

International Business Times

'The far right is now in power': French media blast tough immigration law

IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, December 20: French media almost unanimously criticise the controversial immigration law backed by the government of President Emmanuel Macron. While the left sees the legislation as pandering to the far right, the right is mostly critical of the process leading to its passing. Also: two…

France 24

Emmanuel Macron to make TV address after France passes tough new migration law

The measures in the new legislation include limiting foreigners' access to social benefits

Evening Standard

France passes controversial immigration bill amid deep division in Macron’s party

Strict new law contains so many hardline measures that the far-right Marine Le Pen has claimed it as an ‘ideological victory’

The Guardian - UK

French parliament adopts toughened immigration law backed by far right

France's lower house of parliament on Tuesday passed a government bill tightening rules for immigration, despite a rebellion within the ranks of President Emmanuel Macron's governing party after it was backed by the far right.

France 24

French Government Battles To Save Flagship Immigration Bill

The French government of President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday was battling to salvage a flagship immigration reform following deadlock in parliament that risks casting a shadow over his second mandate.

International Business Times

Macron faces party rebellion as French lawmakers advance tougher immigration bill

French President Emmanuel Macron was facing a rebellion within his own party from left-leaning deputies on Tuesday after a tougher immigration bill won the support of the far right under Marine Le Pen as it advanced through parliament. NGOs have slammed the measure as the "most regressive" immigration law in…

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France Seeks To Break Deadlock Over Controversial Immigration Law

French lawmakers and senators sought on Monday to hammer out a compromise over a beleaguered immigration bill as President Emmanuel Macron's government hoped to salvage what is seen as a flagship reform of his second term.

Radio France Internationale

French lawmakers to decide future of contentious immigration bill

A joint committee comprised of MPs and senators will attempt to reach an "intelligent compromise" demanded by French President Emmanuel Macron in an attempt to pass a crucial immigration law, which has been the subject of heated debate across the country's political class.

International Business Times

Golden Rooster Fitted To Spire Of Paris's Notre Dame Cathedral

Paris's Notre Dame Cathedral got a new golden rooster on Saturday, part of its renaissance from the ashes of the 2019 fire that severely damaged it and ahead of its reopening next year.

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France facing 'complex' challenge to evacuate journalists stuck in Gaza

France says it is concerned about the heavy toll among journalists covering the conflict between Israel and Hamas as it struggles to get Agence France-Presse reporters out of the Gaza Strip.

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French foreign minister visits Lebanon in effort to contain Gaza conflict

France's foreign minister travels to Lebanon this Saturday as part of diplomatic efforts by President Emmanuel Macron's government to help contain the Middle East conflict.

The Guardian - UK

Orbán must not hold EU hostage over Ukraine, Macron says

French president accuses Hungarian PM of being dishonest to the public about his reasons for vetoing aid

International Business Times

France Steps Up Mideast Effort With FM's Lebanon Trip

France's foreign minister travels to Lebanon on Saturday as part of diplomatic efforts by President Emmanuel Macron's government to help contain the Middle East conflict.

The Guardian - UK

What does Orbán’s decision on Ukraine’s EU membership mean for an enlarged bloc?

Leaders recognise that a bigger union will bring challenges including difficult budget and policy decisions

The Guardian - UK

Deal reached to open EU accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova – as it happened

Bloc’s leaders decide to open negotiations after hours of talks as Viktor Orbán says Hungary does not want to take part in ‘bad decision’

Radio France Internationale

Macron calls for 'full and lasting support' for Ukraine ahead of crucial EU summit

French President Emmanuel Macron has said that the European Union must offer "full and enduring support to Ukraine" ahead of a leaders' summit with fresh aid to Kyiv on the agenda.

The Guardian - UK

Kyiv pressures EU to open accession talks at Brussels summit

Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s chief of staff warns the ‘Europe puzzle’ cannot come together without Ukraine

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