France Archives - Page 12 of 19

New Caledonia extends curfew ahead of elections

Authorities also imposed ban on bearing arms, sale of alcohol, restrict gatherings over weekend after weeks of unrest

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French court upholds arrest warrant for Syrian president

Prohibition of use of chemical weapons is international legal norm, such crimes are not part of the official duties of a regime leader, says Paris court

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Violence erupts in New Caledonia after leaders sent to France

International / Bobby

Overseas French territory saw massive riots in May over planned electoral reform

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New Caledonia pro-independence leader charged after riots

International / Bobby

Christian Tein charged in New Caledonia riots linked to electoral reforms, says BBC

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Niger revokes French firm’s license at major uranium mine

Africa, Economy / Dalia

In a significant shift, Niger cancels French company Orano’s license at the massive Imouraren uranium mine.

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Russia’s influence grows as France exits Sahel region

Africa / Dalia

France plans a significant reduction of its military presence in West and Central Africa, shifting focus from large-scale operations to training and partnerships.

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