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France says Macron intended to say Hamas does not govern the West Bank, after his remarks drew condemnation from Israeli leaders

Israel’s government is weighing action against countries that joined Britain in imposing sanctions on Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria. A decision is expected soon.

An unusually powerful tornado struck France's Aude department, injuring 39 people and causing extensive damage to hundreds of homes. The mayor of Pomas, which suffered the worst destruction, described the scale of the devastation: "Some people lost everything they had."

Polls in France indicate that far-left candidate Jean-Luc Mélenchon could advance to the second round of the presidential election, where he would face far-right leader Marine Le Pen.

The two men, both 19, received prison sentences of eight and six months after being convicted of glorifying terrorism. They filmed themselves at the entrance to a synagogue in Sarcelles, which had reportedly been a target of a planned attack just months earlier.

A massive swarm of jellyfish disrupted operations at the Gravelines nuclear power plant, forcing most of its reactors offline. It is the second time in a year that jellyfish have interfered with operations at Western Europe’s largest nuclear facility.

The United States asked Britain and France to join an international naval force to protect ships traveling through the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz. Both European countries declined the request.

Masked thieves reportedly entered the Levallois synagogue through the roof as police investigate what appears to have been a targeted operation

French prosecutors said security forces arrested six people suspected of involvement in planning an attack on a synagogue in Sarcelles, near Paris. The suspects’ detention was extended, and prosecutors said indictments are expected.

A French appeals court upheld Marine Le Pen's embezzlement conviction but reduced her ban from public office, reopening the path to a 2027 presidential campaign

A series of explosions struck near French President Emmanuel Macron's hotel during his landmark visit to Damascus, killing three people and prompting a major security operation as Syria seeks international support for reconstruction

At a major arms expo in Paris, the French military introduced an upgraded Leclerc tank with a dedicated anti-drone protective cage—offering a glimpse of how armored warfare is changing in an era shaped by explosive drones and artificial intelligence.

Israel removed French journalist Alice Froussard after a review tied to the renewal of her work visa found statements against Israel. Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli said, "The rules of the game have changed: anyone who supports Hamas and anyone who supports the boycott movement against the State of Israel will not enter it."

France informed Israeli defense industries and security companies that they are not welcome at EUROSATORY, one of the world’s largest defense exhibitions. Israel’s Defense Ministry responded: "France is once again choosing the wrong side of history."

France’s representatives to the U.N. asked the Security Council to hold an urgent discussion and compel Israel to stop the strikes. Israel’s ambassador to the U.N., Danny Danon, said, "The real discussion should be about Lebanon’s transformation into an Iranian terror stronghold."

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot announced today that Itamar Ben-Gvir will no longer be allowed to enter France. He also called on the European Union to consider imposing personal sanctions on him.

Paris MedEx fair helped doctors begin Israeli licensing as officials seek to ease shortages in hospitals

The Jewish Agency’s 2026 report, powered by Ipsos, points to a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents worldwide; about half of Europe’s Jews encountered antisemitism last year, with Germany and Austria especially hard hit.

Italy is poised to become the first country to write the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's definition of antisemitism into law, classifying some criticism of Israel as antisemitic. France is weighing a similar measure.

Macron says the strictly defensive mission, separate from the warring parties, would deploy as soon as conditions allow, as Washington tightens shipping restrictions and Tehran warns 'enemy' vessels won't pass.