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Violence amid PSG celebrations was not gang-driven, but acts by 'varied profiles'

Published: June 13, 2026 17:32

Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory was followed by unrest in the French capital. The arrests and trials that followed present a different picture from the one hastily drawn by some politicians. With the World Cup underway, local authorities…

Killing of Lyhanna: What we know about the previous accusations against suspect Jérôme Barella

Published: June 13, 2026 11:38

While awaiting the findings of the inquiries by the national gendarmerie's internal affairs body and the Justice Ministry's oversight authority, Le Monde has compiled the established facts and the outstanding questions surrounding the background of the…

2027 French presidential election: The far-right RN's fascination with La France Insoumise's 'war machine'

Published: June 13, 2026 03:00

Despite their political opposition, Marine Le Pen and senior figures in the far-right Rassemblement National party often praise the organization of the radical left LFI, particularly around aligning on issues ahead of next year's election.

Jeanne Damas celebrates Rouje's 10th anniversary, her brand embodying a certain ideal of 'the Parisienne'

Published: June 13, 2026 02:00

The 34-year-old has showcased her youth and creative world since the earliest days of social media. To mark the 10th birthday of her ready-to-wear clothing and beauty brand, she is launching a special collection and opening a coffee shop.

Russian opposition figure Ilya Yashin launches party to unite exiles against Putin

Published: June 13, 2026 01:23

Living in Berlin following his release, the former Moscow elected city official is launching a new anti-Kremlin party on Friday: Peaceful Russia. The initiative has been met with skepticism by some prominent figures of the Russian opposition abroad.

United States deports migrants, including Iranian women, to Central African Republic

Published: June 12, 2026 23:50

The Iranian women had been granted protective measures due to the risk of persecution in their home country. They arrived in Bangui on Friday, June 12, even though the CAR is considered by Washington to be one of the most dangerous countries in the world.

Child obesity: Chile's successful experience with warning signs and banned marketing

Published: June 12, 2026 19:17

Through nutritional logos and strict advertising regulations, Chile decreased the proportion of children aged 4 to 6 with excess weight, according to a study published in The Lancet. In France, lawmakers have put forward initiatives for such strict…

Study reveals first global map of underground fungal networks vital for plant life

Published: June 12, 2026 13:30

The journal 'Science' published on Thursday the world's first planetary mapping of the density of mycorrhizal fungal filaments that colonize the roots of 70% of land plant species, forming vital symbiotic relationships. The work is also a call to protect…

World Cup 2026 footballers compete with potentially dangerous temperatures

Published: June 12, 2026 10:00

Heat is expected to disrupt play during the tournament, which is directly affected by climate change. According to a study by the World Weather Attribution scientific network, 26 matches are expected to take place in conditions that pose health risks for…

'France does not need to choose between supporting Palestinian statehood and supporting Palestinian democracy'

Published: June 12, 2026 07:01

The recognition of the State of Palestine by France in September 2025 was tied to a promise to hold elections within 12 months – a commitment that President Mahmoud Abbas has failed to honor, laments lawyer Samer Sinijlawi, who addresses Emmanuel Macron in…

Torture by French army still haunts Algerians: 'France made us all suffer too much'

Published: June 12, 2026 03:00

'Algeria's unhealed war memories' (Part 1/3): Survivors of abuses committed by the French military during the Algerian War of Independence tell their stories and those of their relatives, and seem reluctant to the idea of reconciliation with France.

Lyhanna case: suspect Jérôme Barella was flagged to French police by a US anti-child abuse organization

Published: June 12, 2026 01:12

Suspicious online activity by the man suspected of killing Lyhanna was reported by NCMEC, a leading organization that aggregates alerts collected by internet service providers, major web platforms and social media companies.

2026 World Cup: DR Congo team cleared to enter US after quarantine, hopes for strong tournament showing

Published: June 11, 2026 23:22

After weeks of uncertainty caused by an Ebola outbreak, Democratic Republic of Congo's World Cup squad was cleared to enter the United States ahead of its first appearance at the tournament in more than 50 years.

Charities voice concerns over 'Renaître,' the new support body for victims of abuse within the French Catholic Church

Published: June 11, 2026 23:13

This new, decentralized system, overseen by bishops in each diocese, is set to replace the national independent body for recognition and reparations in September. Victims' advocacy groups fear uneven treatment and deteriorating support.

Israel bars RFI journalist from entering West Bank and increases pressure on foreign press

Published: June 11, 2026 21:18

The expulsion of Alice Froussard, a journalist for Radio France Internationale (RFI), comes amid severe violence in the occupied territory and a total closure of the Gaza Strip to international media, where more than 260 Palestinian journalists have been…

Macron's surprise victory in 2017 inspires new wave of French presidential hopefuls

Published: June 11, 2026 19:37

About 30 contenders have already announced their candidacy for the 2027 presidential election or have not ruled out doing so, while the far-right Rassemblement National and the radical left La France Insoumise are already gearing up for the campaign.

Killing of 11-year-old Lyhanna: 'People criticize the justice system for being slow, but the real issue is the resources it is given to move quickly'

Published: June 11, 2026 13:50

Family court judge Nicolas Bergeman responds to criticisms of the French justice system following the death of the young girl. He accuses the government of 'passing laws based on emotion' while failing to give judges and investigators the resources they…

2026 World Cup: Gianni Infantino, the controversial emperor of football business

Published: June 11, 2026 10:45

The head of world football will kick off the 2026 World Cup alongside Donald Trump on June 11, launching a tournament of unprecedented scale. More countries, more matches, more revenue: The event will reflect the strategy he has pursued since taking over…

In Gaza, UN inquiry reports Hamas abuses against Palestinians

Published: June 11, 2026 10:35

A report published Tuesday, June 9, under the auspices of the United Nations details abuses committed by the Islamist group to 'eliminate opposition and control Gaza,' targeting rival clans and alleged 'collaborators' with Israel. The Israeli army has been…

New York Knicks stage historic comeback in Game 4 of NBA Finals against Wembanyama's Spurs

Published: June 11, 2026 09:22

After leading by 29 points, the San Antonio Spurs collapsed and lost 107-106 on a basket in the final seconds. The Knicks now lead the series 3-1 and are just one win away from the title. French star Victor Wembanyama, despite an outstanding performance,…

'The egalitarianism of hunter-gatherer societies has often been exaggerated'

Published: June 11, 2026 03:21

The myth of the 'noble savage,' which suggests that humanity is naturally egalitarian, is being challenged by a new study. Drawing on traditional societies, it explains that individual motivations are always at play behind human actions, reports columnist…

United Kingdom faces new night of riots in Belfast following stabbing incident

Published: June 11, 2026 02:37

After a Sudanese man stabbed a Northern Irish man, dozens of masked men targeted homes occupied by people of immigrant origin. As in recent similar episodes, far-right activists are exploiting the incident and amplifying it on social media.

New car bomb attack targets Russian general in Moscow, undermining Kremlin's security claims

Published: June 11, 2026 01:17

After four previous assassinations or assassination attempts of Russian generals, Ukrainian security services are once again suspected of orchestrating the June 9 killing of one of the heads in charge of Russia's artillery and missile ammunition supply.

Chinese authorities pressure Beijing's Institut français to halt screenings of films featuring same-sex relationships

Published: June 10, 2026 23:33

Despite a reciprocal agreement guaranteeing programming freedom within cultural institutes, Chinese police officers personally visited the site to intimidate staff and to ensure the cancelation of the screenings.

FIFA's Infantino defends 2026 World Cup ticket prices, says fans 'should chill' about Somali referee denied US entry

Published: June 10, 2026 20:51

Gianni Infantino, the president of FIFA (world football's governing body), responded to criticism on Wednesday regarding the high ticket prices for the tournament. He also said that while it is 'unfortunate' that Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry…

Video: Anti-immigrant protesters set fires in Belfast after knife attack

Published: June 10, 2026 14:15

Several videos captured the violent clashes that broke out in Belfast on Tuesday night, June 9, during anti-immigrant protests. The unrest came a day after a knife attack allegedly carried out by a Sudanese refugee, seen in a video widely shared on social…

Palestinian Authority finance minister: 'We are in survival mode and under an existential threat'

Published: June 10, 2026 13:07

In an interview, Estephan Salameh warns that the ongoing Israeli occupation of the West Bank and Israel's refusal to transfer customs taxes collected on behalf of the Palestinian Authority risk triggering the collapse of vital sectors such as education,…

'The cultural boycott of Israeli director Nadav Lapid is an intellectual failure'

Published: June 10, 2026 08:32

Russian, Israeli and Iranian filmmakers should not be threatened with erasure to atone for crimes committed by governments they often fiercely oppose, argue a group of film figures, including Natalie Portman, Justine Triet and Jacques Audiard, in an open…

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