Dominique Pelicot admitted that for years he knocked his then-wife of 50 years out with drugs so that he and strangers he recruited online could abuse her while he filmed the assaults.
Cyclone Chido: According to a French official, Cyclone Chido which has left governnet buildings, hospitals damaged and destroyed other infrstaructure, is the worst cyclone to have hit France in the last 90 years.
France's former Prime Minister Michel Barnier and his Cabinet were compelled to resign following a no-confidence vote in the National Assembly. This marked the first such occurrence in the country since 1962.
On April 15, 2019, a massive fire ravaged the 12th-century Notre Dame Cathedral which was under renovation at that time. The rebuilding was done in a record time of five years, which became a matter of praise for French President Emmanuel Macron.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that he would name a new prime minister within days. This came as Prime Minister Michel Barnier resigned from his post, leading to the collapse of the French government.
France political crisis: President Emmanuel Macron has emphasised his responsibility to ensure the continuity of the state, the proper functioning of institutions, and the protection of the French people.
The National Assembly approved the no-confidence motion by 331 votes. A minimum of 288 were needed. Amid the political crisis, President Emmanuel Macron will address the nation on Thursday evening.
This week, French Prime Minister Michel Barnier could be ousted following a no-confidence vote. What’s the controversy, what does this mean for Emmanuel Macron and for France? Watch the video to know more.
G20 Summit: Both PM Modi and Macron explored opportunities to enhance defence collaboration, including joint military exercises and the development of cutting-edge defence technologies.
The report revealed that several US Secret Service agents have been using the Strava fitness app, even in the weeks following two assassination attempts on Trump.
French President Emmanuel Macron expressed deep condolences for Ratan Tata's passing, praising his visionary leadership and highlighting the global impact of his contributions to business and philanthropy.
Meanwhile, the French President’s office responded to the controversy, addressing Netanyahu’s statement. Asserting that "France is Israel’s steadfast friend," the Élysée stressed that Macron "supports Israel’s security and demonstrates it."
Iran fired a salvo of ballistic missiles at Israel on Tuesday in retaliation for Israel's campaign against Tehran's Hezbollah allies in Lebanon. Israeli army radio said nearly 200 missiles had been launched into Israel from Iran.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the UN Security Council has to change to become a more representative body without being "paralysed by politics". His remarks signals a growing demand to increase the number of permanent members in the 15-member Council.
The brewing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has killed more than 600 people in recent days, displaced thousands in Lebanon and brought the Middle East to the brink of an all-out war. The US and France are working to avoid an escalation of hostilities and ensure the return of displaced people.
French President Emmanuel Macron had earlier approved Michel Barnier's appointment as the French PM after weeks of difficult negotiations. The announcement ended weeks of political uncertainty after snap elections declared by Macron yielded a hung parliament.
Thierry Breton of France stepped down as a member of the European Commission on Monday and will no longer be his country's candidate for the next EU executive body, an unexpected twist in the highly political EU power transition.
Eight people have died overnight while trying to cross the Channel from France to England, French media including BFM TV and Le Figaro reported on Sunday, citing French authorities.
Gisele Pelicot, 72, said she was even raped six times by an individual who had tested positive for HIV and was infected by several sexually transmitted diseases. She was reportedly drugged by her husband Dominique Pelicot, who invited strangers via an online chatroom to rape her for almost 10 years.
The 22nd edition of VARUNA featured a series of advanced naval operations, including enhanced tactical manoeuvres, anti-submarine warfare exercises, flyer, air defence drills, live weapon firings, photo-ex, and steam pasts.
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