France in English

France struggles with ineffective immigration expulsions and ends costly migrant return deal with the UK, seeking broader EU cooperation.

France's economy faces mounting pressure as public debt hits €3.5 trillion and GDP growth forecasts are lowered to 0.4% for 2026, stirring financial market unease.

President Emmanuel Macron inaugurated France's new voluntary military service, naming its first class after resistance hero Henri Fertet and ending the universal national service program.

France faces economic stagnation in 2026, marked by sectoral shocks, political deadlock, and controversial calls to shift spending priorities amid record corporate dividends.

France experiences a sharp rise in fuel prices due to Middle East conflict, prompting the Banque de France to lower its 2026 growth forecast amid inflation and unemployment concerns.