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French PM announces crackdown on teen school violence: Prime Minister Gabriel Attal has presented measures for a 'surge of authority' after a series of attacks ...
lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2024/04/18/french-pm-announces-crackdown-on-teen-school-violence_6668815_5.html
Burkina Faso kicks out three French diplomats over ‘subversive activities’: France condemns the move and says there ‘were no legitimate grounds’ to expel its ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/18/burkina-faso-kicks-out-three-french
Sodexo sees around 8% growth in annual sales boosted by the Olympics: French food caterer Sodexo said on Friday it expects 2024 organic revenue growth at the top ...
reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/sodexo-sees-around-8-growth-annual-sales-boosted-by-olympics-2024-04-19/
French police evict hundreds of migrants from a Paris warehouse ahead of the Olympics
lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/04/17/french-police-evict-hundreds-of-migrants-from-a-paris-warehouse-ahead-of-the-olympics_6668705_7.html
China is a threat to Europe’s gunpowder supply, defense boss warns : Saab boss warns Beijing dominates supplies of a key component to make powder to fire shells ...
politico.eu/article/saab-ceo-warns-against-reliance-china-make-weapons-europe/
The Paris Olympics menu: more French, more local, less meat: Athletes at this year's Olympics will be eating fresh produce mostly made in France ...
reuters.com/sports/paris-olympics-menu-more-french-more-local-less-meat-2024-04-18/
Sydney stabbing: French hero gains Australian residency for confronting shopping centre killer
independent.ie/world-news/australasia/sydney-stabbing-french-hero-gains-australian-residency-for-confronting-shopping-centre-killer/a1737598525.html
Sanofi to overhaul US operations of vaccines, cut jobs: French drugmaker Sanofi said on Thursday it would restructure the U.S. commercial operations for its ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/sanofi-overhaul-us-operations-vaccines-cut-jobs-2024-04-18/
Suspect arrested after two French schoolchildren stabbed, local authority says: A suspect has been arrested after two French children were stabbed on Thursday ...
reuters.com/world/europe/suspect-arrested-after-two-french-schoolchildren-stabbed-local-authority-says-2024-04-18/
Gabriel Attal's first 100 days as prime minister, amid turbulent times in France: Appointed to 'regenerate' a stagnant presidential term, the prime minister has ...
lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2024/04/16/gabriel-attal-s-first-100-days-as-prime-minister-amid-turbulent-times-in-france_6668607_5.html
Heineken to increase the price of a pint by six cent: Brewer Heineken has told publicans that it plans to increase what it charges for its draught beer products.
rte.ie/news/business/2024/0418/1444279-heineken-to-up-the-price-of-a-pint/
French judicial authorities seize properties belonging to Putin associates: A villa in the Basque Country linked to Vladimir Putin's ex-wife and a Paris ...
lemonde.fr/en/les-decodeurs/article/2024/04/17/french-judicial-authorities-seize-property-belonging-to-putin-associates_6668750_8.html
I’m a Scholar of Ben Franklin. I Can’t Believe How Good Michael Douglas Is in the New Show.
slate.com/culture/2024/04/ben-franklin-michael-douglas-apple-show-true-story-accuracy.html
Quick Glance: Michael Douglas defends farting as Benjamin Franklin
- Michael Douglas expresses no remorse for his portrayal of flatulence as a founding father.
- In an interview with Sirius XM's The Jess Cagle Show, the Wall Street actor defended the scene in his Apple TV+ series Franklin where his Benjamin Franklin repeatedly breaks wind. Douglas delved into a book about Franklin and used 'Fart Proudly' to counter critics.
- Indeed, Franklin penned an essay titled 'Fart Proudly' in 1781, delving into the science of flatulence and proposing ways to turn its odor into a pleasant scent.
- The Apple TV+ series, based on A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America by Pulitzer Prize winner Stacy Schiff, narrates Franklin's endeavor to persuade the French government to back the American revolution.
Russia but not Putin invited to French D-Day anniversary, say organisers: Russia but not President Vladimir Putin will be invited to the French ceremony in June ...
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Cruel mum had 'partially mummified' French bulldog called Gucci in bathtub: WARNING DISTRESSING IMAGES Susan Shaw and Jack Wynn also mistreated another dog ...
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Quick Glance: Mother and Son Sentenced for Animal Cruelty
- Following the starvation of a French bulldog and severe neglect of another, a mother and her son have been banned from owning animals for a decade.
- Gucci was discovered deceased and partially decomposed in a bathtub, weighing a mere 3.5kg - significantly below a healthy dog's average weight.
- Experts observed that Gucci and Violet endured harsh conditions, leading to severe dehydration and malnutrition. Both defendants faced penalties and a 10-year prohibition on animal ownership.
- In addition to the dogs, a snake and a fish were discovered on the premises and transferred to the RSPCA. Shaw received a 26-week suspended prison sentence, while Wynne was given a three-month suspended sentence. Violet made a full recovery and found a new home.
Pakistan seeking 'larger and longer' IMF bailout programme: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, without specifying how much the nation is trying to ...
trtworld.com/us-and-canada/pakistan-seeking-larger-and-longer-imf-bailout-programme-17831078
TotalEnergies investors call for split of CEO and chair roles: A group of TotalEnergies investors is calling for the French oil and gas major to split the roles ...
reuters.com/business/energy/investors-ask-totalenergies-split-ceo-board-chair-roles-ahead-may-agm-2024-04-18/
China and Indonesia Call for Immediate and Lasting Ceasefire in Gaza: Indonesia’s foreign minister said the two countries share the same view about the ...
time.com/6968420/china-indonesia-call-ceasefire-gaza/
New twist in case of missing Emile Soleil as chilling theory emerges: Two-year-old Emile’s disappearance in the isolated French hamlet of Haut-Vernet ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/18/new-twist-case-missing-emile-soleil-chilling-theory-emerges-20676696/
Countdown: Paris is due for the 2024 Olympics in less than 100 days | Africanews: The French capital is due to see a wildly ambitious waterborne celebration on ...
africanews.com/2024/04/17/countdown-paris-is-due-for-the-2024-olympics-in-less-than-100-days/
French Expression of the Day: T'as la ref?: This French expression might come up a few times as you try to fill in the holes about French culture and history.
thelocal.fr/20240418/french-expression-of-the-day-tas-la-ref
UK Minister Blasts Diversity Proposals by Financial Regulators: UK Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch has criticized plans by the nation’s regulators to force ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/uk-minister-blasts-diversity-proposals-by-financial-regulators
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Journalists given rare access to France’s Rubis-class nuclear-powered submarine: Built in the 1980s, the submarine is being phased out from the French navy in ...
euronews.com/2024/04/17/journalists-given-rare-access-to-frances-rubis-class-nuclear-powered-submarine
Israel Weighs Response to Iran, and U.S. Speaker Tries to Pass Ukraine Aid: Plus, the French Olympic team reveals its outfits.
nytimes.com/2024/04/17/podcasts/israel-weighs-response-to-iran-and-us-speaker-tries-to-pass-ukraine-aid.html
Two girls wounded in knife attack outside French school: An assailant on Thursday wounded two girls aged 6 and 11 in a knife attack close to their school in the ...
thelocal.fr/20240418/two-girls-wounded-in-knife-attack-outside-french-school
French property declaration form available in paper version this year: If you own property in France, then you are required to fill out the one-off property ...
thelocal.fr/20240418/french-property-declaration-form-available-in-paper-version-this-year
Brigitte Macron: French president's wife to be subject of new TV drama: The life of the French first lady will be turned into a six-part TV drama series.
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68831403
France recalls its ambassador to Azerbaijan, accuses Baku of 'damaging' ties: France on Tuesday said it had recalled for consultations the French ambassador to ...
france24.com/en/europe/20240416-france-recalls-ambassador-azerbaijan-accuses-baku-of-damaging-ties
Netanyahu to UK, German FMs: Thanks, but we make our own decisions: Israeli FM Israel Katz and President Isaac Herzog thanked the two German officials for their ...
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-797531
Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
France evicts hundreds of migrants ahead of Olympics | kuwaittimes: France evicts hundreds of migrants ahead of Olympics - Top Stories - VITRY-SUR-SEINE ...
kuwaittimes.com/article/13254/top-stories/france-evicts-hundreds-of-migrants-ahead-of-olympics/
Danone benefits from higher prices: Sales rose by 4.1 percent to 6.789 billion euros in the first quarter. Danone has increased prices massively over the past ...
diepresse.com/18379396/danone-profitiert-von-hoeheren-preisen
Humza Yousaf says police were victims in almost a quarter of hate crime reports: Police officers have been the victims of almost a quarter of reports under ...
itv.com/news/2024-04-18/humza-yousaf-says-police-were-victims-in-almost-a-quarter-of-hate-crime-reports
Did Austria really invent France's iconic croissant?: It's often said that Austria in fact invented the croissant - and some even claim that Marie Antoinette ...
thelocal.fr/20240417/did-austria-really-invent-frances-iconic-croissant
Heineken Ireland is latest to hike price of pint from June: Heineken Ireland has announced that the price of its draught products will increase from June 4.
independent.ie/business/irish/heineken-ireland-is-latest-to-hike-price-of-pint-from-june/a1053458282.html
France appoints magistrates in Zakrzewski death probe: France has appointed investigating magistrates to run a war crimes probe into the death of French-Irish ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0417/1444032-pierre-zakrzewski/
Lille fans attempt to storm pitch to confront 'most hated Argentine' Martinez: Aston Villa star Emi Martinez does not have the best of relationships with French ...
mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/emi-martinez-villa-lille-fans-32620717
Quick Glance: Lille Fans Attempt to Confront Martinez
- Aston Villa's Emi Martinez faces backlash from French fans due to his conduct at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
- During a match against Villa in France, angry Lille fans tried to attack Emi Martinez, prompting intervention from stewards.
- Despite fan hostility, Martinez saved two penalties, securing a victory for Aston Villa.
- Martinez clarified that his actions were not personal and expressed admiration for France, hoping for a more positive experience in future games.
Texas Water Hack Likely Linked to Russian Spy Agency: Report: The infamous hacking group Sandworm may be branching out, a Mandiant report finds.
thedailybeast.com/texas-water-hack-likely-linked-to-russian-spy-agency-report
Prince Harry is officially severing ties with the UK – who can blame him: It’s been clear for quite a while that Harry and Meghan are done with the UK - and the ...
inews.co.uk/opinion/prince-harry-officially-severing-ties-uk-who-blame-3013608
Quick Glance: Prince Harry Officially Residing in U.S.
- Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have considered California home, and now his official residency in the U.S. has been documented in a corporate filing.
- The document was filed at Britain’s corporate registrar, Companies House, to update the official residency of the British royal for business records of Travalyst Limited.
- There had been little official confirmation of Harry’s residency status until this week, with an entry indicating a change of residency to June 29, 2023, the day the couple left Frogmore Cottage, their British home.
- It is unclear what type of U.S. visa or residency permit Harry holds, despite efforts by conservative activists in the U.S. to ascertain them, including an ongoing lawsuit.
Majority stake in Edinburgh Airport bought by French firm Vinci: The Edinburgh Airport deal is expected to complete by the middle of the year.
news.stv.tv/east-central/majority-stake-in-edinburgh-airport-bought-by-french-firm-vinci
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda drivers told to follow little-known 'braking' rule: Drivers have been warned to follow "hypermiling" in a bid to slash costs ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/tesco-sainsburys-asda-morrisons-drivers-29017034
Millennial woman gets ghosted after asking Gen Z man to do her taxes on first date
independent.co.uk/life-style/dating/woman-ghosted-taxes-date-tiktok-b2531075.html
Heineken to hike price of pint in June: Heineken Ireland said that the 6 cent jump was due to ‘continued increases in underlying costs’
businesspost.ie/news/heineken-to-add-6c-to-price-of-pint-in-june/
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Dortmund ready for PSG rematch after epic win over Atletico: This was after knocking out Atletico in a thrilling tie on Tuesday to set up a meeting with the ...
punchng.com/dortmund-ready-for-psg-rematch-after-epic-win-over-atletico/
World's most expensive house that belonged to a King is on sale for £363m: Château d'Armainvilliers, in Seine-et-Marne in France, is a sprawling mansion on ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/17/worlds-expensive-house-belonged-a-king-sale-363m-20664729/
Butterfield down on NYSE: The RG/BSX Index closed on Wednesday unchanged at 2,322.87 after a day of no trading on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
Overseas ...
royalgazette.com/bermuda-stock-exchange/business/article/20240417/butterfield-down-on-nyse-33/
Paris 2024: French sports minister confident in 'reducing bacteriological pollution in the Seine by 75%'
lemonde.fr/en/sports/article/2024/04/16/paris-2024-french-sports-minister-confident-in-reducing-bacteriological-pollution-in-the-seine-by-75_6668586_9.html
The US was getting too expensive. So this artist relocated to France for a slower-paced life
cnn.com/travel/us-too-expensive-artist-relocated-french-pyrenees/
Paris 2024: Macron's 'plans B and C' for the Olympics opening ceremony on the Seine raise questions
lemonde.fr/en/sports/article/2024/04/16/paris-2024-emmanuel-macron-s-plans-b-and-c-for-the-opening-ceremony-raise-questions_6668541_9.html
Quick Glance: Security Concerns Prompt Alternatives for France's Olympic Opening Ceremony
- France has developed contingency plans for the July 26 Olympics opening ceremony on the river Seine in response to security concerns, as stated by President Emmanuel Macron on Monday.
- Heightened security alert due to conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, along with the threat of terrorist attacks, has prompted action by the French government.
- Expressing confidence, Macron believes the anticipated Games ceremony with large crowds by the Seine, involving around 160 boats embarking on a 6 km journey, will be a significant achievement.
- The leadership of the United States Olympic and Paralympic teams approves of the security arrangements along the Seine for the opening ceremony, according to the team's security head, Nicole Deal.
Austin speaks with Chinese counterpart in first at-length conversation since 2022
cnn.com/2024/04/16/politics/austin-china-call/
I’m a Scholar of Ben Franklin. I Can’t Believe How Good Michael Douglas Is in the New Show.
slate.com/culture/2024/04/ben-franklin-michael-douglas-apple-show-true-story-accuracy.html
Quick Glance: Franklin: An Entertaining Historical Series
- Benjamin Franklin (Michael Douglas) embarks on a secret mission to France to garner support in the war for independence against the English.
- The series, with Michael Douglas in the title role, offers an enjoyable portrayal of America's Founding Fathers, although the plot switches between English and subtitled French.
- The interplay of intrigue, deception, and diplomatic negotiations as Franklin tries to secure French support is a central focus of the storyline.
- Michael Douglas shines with his magnetic personality as Franklin in this pleasurable yet not entirely gripping series about the events leading to the birth of a nation.
New Barcelona-Paris train link delayed until after Olympics: A direct rail route between Barcelona and Paris which was set to launch in time for the Summer ...
thelocal.es/20240416/spains-barcelona-paris-train-link-delayed-until-after-olympics
Berluti Teams Up With Carine Roitfeld to Design the French Olympics Opening Ceremony Outfits
nytimes.com/2024/04/16/style/lvmh-2024-french-olympic-opening-ceremony-outfits.html
Macron recognises French WWII collaborationists in Resistance tribute: President Emmanuel Macron hailed the heroism of members of the World War Two Resistance ...
thelocal.fr/20240417/macron-recognises-french-wwii-collaborationists-in-resistance-tribute
Macron hails Resistance martyrs ahead of 80th anniversary of D-Day landings: President Emmanuel Macron was due in the southern French town of Vassieux-en-Vercors ...
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Macron calls for Israel to 'avoid escalation' but says Iran's attack was 'disproportionate'
lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/04/15/macron-calls-for-israel-to-avoid-escalation-but-says-iran-s-attack-was-disproportionate_6668437_7.html
China joins Russia in recognizing Iran's claim of attack as 'self-defense': Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi speaks to his Iranian and Saudi counterparts ...
i24news.tv/en/news/international/asia-pacific/artc-china-joins-russia-in-recognizing-iran-s-claim-of-attack-as-self-defense
Canada unveils more taxes on rich, EV tax credits in federal budget: Here are some of the key government measures and proposals outlined in the 2023-24 budget ...
reuters.com/world/americas/highlights-canadian-federal-budget-2024-04-16/
“Technofeudalism: What Killed Capitalism”: Yanis Varoufakis on New Book & Why Assange Should Be Freed
democracynow.org/2024/4/16/technofeudalism
French island wins €1.3 million legal battle against Airbnb: Airbnb has been handed a €1.3 million fine after a tiny island off the coast of western France won ...
thelocal.fr/20240416/french-island-wins-e1-3-million-legal-battle-against-airbnb
Denmark's "Notre Dame moment": historic stock exchange in flames: One of Copenhagen's most famous buildings is on fire: the historic stock exchange ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/europa/kopenhagen-brand-boerse-100.html
Quick Glance: Devastating Fire Strikes Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange
- A blaze engulfed Copenhagen’s historic former stock exchange in Denmark’s capital on Tuesday, with the spire being consumed by flames and collapsing.
- The fire spread across multiple floors of the monument, leading to the collapse of its roof, as reported by local fire department chief Jakob Vedsted Andersen.
- The tower, standing at 184 feet, featured a distinctive design resembling four intertwined dragons’ tails, symbolizing protection against enemies and fire, as indicated by tourism websites.
- Deputy Prime Minister Troels Lund Poulsen referred to the incident as Denmark’s unique moment akin to Notre Dame, alluding to the 2019 fire in the roof of the Parisian landmark.
Malaysia to Push Ahead With Handouts, Subsidy Cuts, Economy Minister Says: Malaysia will cut petrol subsidies this year as it seeks to narrow its fiscal deficit ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-17/malaysia-to-push-ahead-with-long-awaited-subsidy-cuts-in-2024
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Former Venezuelan Oil Minister and Vice President Arrested for Corruption: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18646-former-venezuelan-oil-minister-and-vice-president-arrested-for-corruption
Dortmund ready for PSG rematch after epic win over Atletico: Dortmund overturned a 2-1 deficit from their quarter-final first leg against Atletico to win 5-4 on ...
thedailystar.net/sports/football/news/dortmund-ready-psg-rematch-after-epic-win-over-atletico-3588841
Nadal confirms comeback at Barcelona Open: It will be Rafa Nadal's first tournament since January and first appearance on clay since the 2022 French Open.
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/514385/nadal-confirms-comeback-at-barcelona-open
Quick Glance: Rafael Nadal's Exit from 2024 Barcelona, Defeat to Alex de Minaur in Second Round
- The 12-time champion couldn’t replicate his first-round performance, exiting the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell against the fourth-seeded Aussie.
- Nadal's comeback at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell concluded in the second round on Wednesday on the unseeded icon's home court.
- De Minaur, seeded fourth in Barcelona, defeated the living legend in a straight-set victory to advance to the third round.
- Overall, Nadal managed just 11 winners to 42 unforced errors, while De Minaur played the cleaner match with 21 to 26, respectively, awaiting the Aussie in the third round will be either No. 16 seed Arthur Fils or Daniel Altmaier.
Macron hails French ‘heroes’ who fought Australia mall attacker : President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday hailed two Frenchmen who helped to fend off a ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/16/macron-hails-french-heroes-who-fought-australia-mall-attacker-
Argentina buys 24 F-16 jets for air force from Denmark
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/argentina-buys-24-f-16-jets-air-force-president-says-2024-04-16/
Russian, Iranian foreign ministers warn against further escalation in Middle East
reuters.com/world/middle-east/russian-iranian-foreign-ministers-warn-against-further-escalation-middle-east-2024-04-14/
PM Lee to stay on as Senior Minister; any major Cabinet changes will come after GE: Lawrence Wong
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/lawrence-wong-cabinet-reshuffle-lee-hsien-loong-senior-minister-4268796
Europe pledges to boost aid to Sudan on unwelcome war anniversary: Germany promises $260m as European diplomats meet in Paris to mark the first anniversary of ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/15/europe-pledges-to-boost-aid-to-sudan-on-unwelcome-war-anniversary
Iran able to 'handle situation' and spare Middle East more tension, China's foreign minister says
reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-able-handle-situation-spare-middle-east-more-tension-chinas-foreign-2024-04-16/
Ireland misses out on chance to host World Rally events: Motorsport Ireland has announced that Ireland is no longer being considered to host a round of the FIA ...
rte.ie/sport/motorsport/2024/0416/1443871-ireland-miss-out-on-chance-to-host-world-rally-events/
Jordanian FM: We would have acted the same if the attack came from Israel: Foreign Minister Safadi, in comments made to CNN, said that Jordan would have ...
jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/we-would-have-acted-the-same-if-the-attack-came-from-israel-jordanian-fm-797341
JR punches a tunnel through Milan’s central railway station in latest optical illusion
cnn.com/2024/04/15/style/jr-milan-design-week/
Quick Glance: Breakthrough: JR Designs Tunnel at Milan Central Station During Design Week
- Artist JR unveils his new artwork as part of Milan Design Week.
- The installation evokes the golden age of rail travel in northern Italy and runs until May 1.
- Inspired by the mountains from which the tunnel was excavated, the piece creates an effect of a tunnel-like void in the grand building.
- JR hopes the installation will showcase the area in a new light and alter visitors' perspectives on the world, even post-exhibition.
Reporters - Hunting down genocide suspects: With the Franco-Rwandan couple seeking justice
go.france24.com/i03
Newshub, TVNZ job cuts: We now have the worst TV in the western world - Myles Thomas
nzherald.co.nz/business/we-now-have-the-worst-tv-in-the-western-world-myles-thomas/QVAVMADB7ZAKJL6IKU2FMIRGTE/
French right-wing candidate opposes EU Migration Pact: At the French border city of Menton, Bellamy said he opposes the EU Migration Pact because he has been ...
euronews.com/2024/04/15/french-right-wing-candidate-opposes-eu-migration-pact
Gucci hit by China sales slump: The Italian firm’s poor performance in the Asian region is taking its toll on its parent company, French conglomerate Kering ...
english.elpais.com/economy-and-business/2024-04-14/gucci-hit-by-china-sales-slump.html
Quick Glance: Gucci Affected by Sales Slump in China
- The Italian firm's weakness in Asia is impacting its French parent company, Kering, owned by François-Henri Pinault.
- Kering is facing challenging times, with CEO François-Henri Pinault acknowledging the situation.
- Poor performance of the Italian brand, Gucci, in China is leading to significant revenue losses.
- Kering issues a profit warning, experiences a sharp drop in stock prices, and reports poor results in the first quarter of 2024.
Second major security operation begins in France's Mayotte: A new operation against insecurity, illegal immigration and unsanitary housing was launched on ...
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