France accuses Russia's GRU of cyberattacks targeting French entities, including those linked to the 2024 Olympics, since 2021. These attacks spotlight ongoing security vulnerabilities amid geopolitical tensions.

Former French politician François Fillon faces a reevaluation of his sentence for embezzlement, with a potential shift from a one-year firm sentence to a fully suspended four-year term. The Court of Cassation's recent decision upholds the conviction but questions the justification for Fillon's original imprisonment.

The French Parliament passed a major law on April 29, 2025, targeting drug trafficking to curb the surge in cocaine-related crime. It introduces a national prosecutor's office and high-security prisons, though it's met with civil liberties concerns and faces potential legal challenges.

In 2026, France will levy a fee on importers and e-commerce platforms for small packages, aiming to curb low-value Chinese imports. This move seeks to protect local markets and may prompt broader EU action.

The CNIL reported a 20% rise in data breaches in 2024, with over 5,600 notifications and over 2,500 incidents in early 2025, affecting millions in France. Plans to enforce two-factor authentication and monitor data practices aim to curb this surge.

Five environmental groups have lodged a complaint with the European Commission against France, Germany, and Italy for failing to protect marine ecosystems from harmful fishing practices. The complaint, filed today, argues these countries have not enforced EU laws to prevent deep-sea bottom trawling in protected areas, coinciding with the upcoming UN Ocean Conference in June.

Five French scientific societies have called for a ban on screen activities for children under six, citing health and cognitive risks. The proposal challenges current guidelines and highlights social inequalities.

The trial of former Syrian rebel Majdi Nema began today in Paris, where he faces charges of war crimes linked to the Syrian civil war. This marks France's first use of universal jurisdiction for such crimes, highlighting its commitment to international justice.

The SNPNAC warns that helicopter services for hospitals in France face financial instability, jeopardizing urgent patient transport. A strike is threatened for summer 2025 unless €50 million is invested to address low pilot salaries and company budgets.

Swile, a French worktech company, now serves 6 million users across 85,000 companies, securing 39% of France's digital meal voucher market as of April 29, 2025. Achieving financial turnaround, Swile posted a €2 million net profit in 2024 and is expanding into Brazil, aiming for 1 million users by year-end.

Thomas Jolly, artistic director for the Paris 2024 Olympic ceremonies, was honored with a Molière award on April 28, spotlighting his contributions amid artistic controversies. At the 36th Nuit des Molières, Jolly advocated for the power of live performance against conservative backlash, as cultural leaders lamented funding cuts and highlighted the arts' vital role.

Oxfam's latest index highlights a stark gender imbalance in French leadership, with women holding only 28% of key positions and none in high-level state roles. Despite some progress, the report calls for stronger measures to achieve true gender parity in political life.

Citroën has launched the C5 Aircross, a new family SUV available in electric, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid versions. Produced in France with a starting price of €35,000, it aims to bolster Citroën's market presence.

French authorities arrested over twenty individuals linked to violent attacks on prisons, including suspected members of the DDPF group. The operation suggests a connection to drug trafficking, with government officials vowing to enhance protections for prison staff.

France Travail reports an 8.7% rise in job seekers for Q1 2025, reaching 3.4 million, largely due to the RSA reform. The overall unemployment landscape may be skewed by administrative changes rather than economic decline.

The 2025 Cannes Film Festival will see Juliette Binoche leading a star-studded jury featuring Halle Berry and Jeremy Strong. Highlights include Wes Anderson's competition entry and Kristen Stewart's directorial debut.

French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin has proposed a controversial bill requiring prisoners to contribute financially to their incarceration costs, estimated to generate 750 million euros annually. Critics argue this imposes undue burdens on already vulnerable inmates, with concerns about its impact on those financially struggling before imprisonment.

French PM François Bayrou will begin consultations on proportional representation for electing deputies, a reform long-discussed but never implemented during Macron's presidency. The move follows recent elections that failed to produce a clear majority, prompting varied political opinions on the best system to adopt.

Measles is resurging globally due to reduced vaccination rates post-COVID, with the U.S. seeing a return of cases after declaring eradication in 2000. Europe faces a tenfold increase with over 35,000 cases in 2024, prompting health authorities to urge increased vaccination efforts.