In a public letter, dozens of actors, directors and other celebrities said he was the victim of a “lynching,” as he faces allegations of sex crimes.
Author: AURELIEN BREEDEN
France’s President Condemns ‘Manhunt’ Against Gérard Depardieu
Emmanuel Macron broke with his culture minister, who had called comments made by Depardieu in a documentary a “disgrace.” The actor is facing renewed scrutiny over sexual assault accusations.
Fractious Immigration Vote Exposes Cracks in Macron’s Alliance
Nearly a quarter of lower-house lawmakers in President Emmanuel Macron’s coalition abstained or voted against a proposed overhaul. Government leaders denied a revolt was underway.
Teenagers Convicted in France in Connection With Teacher Samuel Paty’s Killing
The teacher, Samuel Paty, was beheaded in 2020 by an Islamist extremist after showing caricatures of the Prophet Muhammad to his students to illustrate free speech.
Teenagers Convicted in France in Connection With Teacher Samuel Paty’s Killing
The teacher, Samuel Paty, was beheaded in 2020 by an Islamist extremist after showing caricatures of the Prophet Muhammad to his students to illustrate free speech.
Teenagers Convicted in France in Connection With Teacher Samuel Paty’s Killing
The teacher, Samuel Paty, was beheaded in 2020 by an Islamist extremist after showing caricatures of the Prophet Muhammad to his students to illustrate free speech.
Notre-Dame’s Fire-Damaged Spire Rises Again
President Emmanuel Macron had vowed to rebuild within five years from a blaze that marred the famed Paris cathedral. So far, the schedule is on track.
Bordeaux Botulism Outbreak: Criminal Charges Announced
One person died and 15 others were sickened in September after eating homemade sardine preserves at an organic wine bar in Bordeaux. Prosecutors say hygiene rules were violated.
Paris Attack Suspect Pledged Allegiance to Islamic State
The man, identified as Armand Rajabpour-Miyandoab, was known to French intelligence services for Islamist extremism and psychiatric disorders.
Paris Knife Attack Leaves One Dead and Others Injured
The authorities said the suspect had serious psychiatric disorders and told the police he was upset over the deaths of Muslims around the world, including in Gaza.