France News in English

Good morning! It’s 17th March, and here’s your France daily news capsule.

Socialists take a risky turn, forming second-round alliances with Jean-Luc Mélenchon’s party for 2026 elections.

In Iran, reopening the Strait of Hormuz will require more than just Trump’s threats.

Municipal elections show the National Rally's successes overshadowed by failures in major cities.

In Menton, Alexandra Masson leads the first round of municipal elections, leaving Louis Sarkozy far behind.

In Afghanistan, hundreds of civilians are killed in Pakistani airstrikes on Kabul.

In Paris, centrist Pierre-Yves Bournazel confirms his withdrawal after merging with Rachida Dati’s list.

Mayenne will be the only department in France without a second round in municipal elections.

At the appeal trial for Bastien Payet’s death, his mother faces unbearable grief.

Justine Vayrac’s murder trial reveals the accused’s parents wish he had admitted to a mistake.

In Strasbourg, some Place publique officials oppose alliances with LFI, leading to resignations.

Israel launches a wave of strikes on Tehran and Beirut amid ongoing Middle Eastern conflict.

The U.S. embassy in Baghdad is targeted by drones and rockets during the Middle Eastern crisis.

Donald Trump claims he has "done well" in the context of the ongoing Iran conflict.

Nvidia announces DLSS 5, a new AI technology set to revolutionize the gaming industry.

The Michelin Guide awards 62 new stars, with one restaurant earning its third Michelin star.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!