A look at a blaze that ravaged a symbol of Paris, prompted calls for people to unite in restoring it and spurred inquiries into how such a catastrophe could have been prevented.
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What the Notre-Dame Fire Reveals About the Soul of France
While a subdued Paris promises to rebuild, the shock of the potential loss has raised difficult questions about Catholicism, secularism and Islam.
In Aftermath of Notre-Dame Fire, Macron Urges Unity in Fragmented Nation
President Emmanuel Macron sought to rally France by turning a moment of national mourning for Notre-Dame Cathedral, which was severely damaged Monday, to his advantage.
As Theresa May Pleads for 2nd Brexit Delay, Some See a ‘Begging Tour’
The British prime minister is likely to get more time from the European Union, but perhaps not the deadline she wants.
Macron’s Great Debate Finds What France Wants: Lower Taxes, No Cuts to Services
The findings of President Emmanuel Macron’s “Great National Debate” are in: Citizens want lower taxes and no cuts in services. Now the policy conundrum begins.
Macron Wants France to Commemorate Rwanda Genocide
The French president said he wanted April 7 to become an annual day of commemoration for the massacres, which remain a source of tension between France and Rwanda.
China Expels Former Interpol Chief From Communist Party for ‘Extravagant’ Spending
The disappearance of Meng Hongwei highlighted China’s opaque legal system. His wife’s public appeals for help were a potential embarrassment to Beijing.
Behind the Niceties of Chinese Leader’s Visit, France Is Wary
Amid the signing of treaties and commercial contracts worth billions of euros, President Emmanuel Macron of France made wary statements about China’s influence as he hosted the country’s leader.
Xi Dines With Macron in France, and Pays a Visit to Monaco’s Prince
President Xi Jinping of China met Prince Albert of Monaco before joining President Emmanuel Macron of France for dinner ahead of talks on Monday about trade and security.
Police Beef Up and Violence Dips in Week 19 of ‘Yellow Vest’ Protests
The number of protesters has dwindled over the past months. But a surge of violence last weekend had renewed scrutiny of the government’s handling of the demonstrations.