Tag: France
Inside Le Pen Territory as France Votes in a Runoff Election
“If women are wearing them just for their religion, OK,” Mr. Gérard said, “but I think in general…
Who Will France’s Muslims Choose for President?
BONDY, France — Abdelkrim Bouadla voted enthusiastically for Emmanuel Macron five years ago, drawn by his youth and…
As Marine Le Pen Moves Closer to French Presidency, Putin Ties Persist
PARIS — When Europe’s far-right leaders gathered in Madrid in January, they had no problem finding unity on…
Macron and Le Pen Trade Punches in Pivotal French Election Debate
“The Yellow Vests told you they wanted more democracy and they were not heard,” she said. “I think…
The Female Soccer Players Challenging France’s Hijab Ban
SARCELLES, France — Every time Mama Diakité heads to a soccer game, her stomach is in knots.It happened…
Europe Reluctantly Readies Russian Oil Embargo
BRUSSELS — European officials are drafting plans for an embargo on Russian oil products, the most contested measure…
Former French Colonies in Africa Demand a Reset
BAMAKO, Mali — Many French guests came through the guesthouse where El Bachir Thiam worked as a security…
Le Pen Backs NATO-Russia Reconciliation and Reduced French Role in Alliance
PARIS — Rejecting a “herd-like conformity” with the Biden administration, Marine Le Pen, the French far-right candidate for…
Macron Sets Out to Build a ‘Dam’ Against Le Pen. Can It Hold?
PARIS — A day after Marine Le Pen, the far-right leader, emerged as his challenger for the final…
Macron to Face Le Pen for President as French Gravitate Toward Extremes
PARIS — President Emmanuel Macron will face Marine Le Pen, the French far-right leader, in the runoff of…
With Macron and Le Pen Leading Election Field, a Fractured France Decides
DIJON, France — At Le Carillon, a convivial place for a coq au vin as France prepares to…
‘La French Tech’ Arrives Under Macron, but Proves No Panacea
PARIS — In full Steve Jobs mode, President Emmanuel Macron of France donned a black turtleneck in January…