France
A new military strategy of French neo-colonialism in Africa: reorganizing under the cover retreat

Left parties of West Africa warn that announcements by France-backed regimes in its former African colonies about the withdrawal of its troops is an attempt to deceive the anti-imperialist movement by hiding its military presence from public view.

Iran refutes Macron’s allegations that it is a “strategic and security challenge” for Europe

In response to Macron’s allegations, Iran highlighted France’s record on nuclear weapons, the genocide in Palestine, and its legacy of colonialism in Africa.

Gisèle Pelicot makes “shame change sides” as over 50 found guilty of rape

More than 50 men were convicted for the rape of Gisèle Pelicot, including ex-husband Dominique, who orchestrated the series of assaults

Colonialism and climate change collide in cyclone-hit Mayotte

Cyclone Chido has left widespread devastation in Mayotte, France’s poorest colony, highlighting the French government’s failure to address its imperialist legacy

No-confidence vote overthrows French prime minister Barnier

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier was forced to hand in his resignation after a successful no-confidence motion in the National Assembly

Macron’s prime minister faces no-confidence vote over budget proposal

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier, a conservative appointed by Emmanuel Macron, faces a no-confidence vote just three months into his administration due to a controversial budget proposal

France orders release of Georges Abdallah, Europe’s longest-held political prisoner

The court issued the release order after Abdallah had spent 40 years in French prisons despite continuous worldwide protests calling for his freedom.

France turns to occupied Western Sahara for colonial plunder

Forced on the retreat in its former colonies in West Africa, France has officially endorsed Morocco’s illegal occupation of Western Sahara, and struck deals to partner in extracting its resources.

France’s persecution of Pan-Africanist Kemi Seba

The prominent Pan-Africanist activist was apprehended and interrogated by the French counter-terrorism and counter-espionage agency on October 14.

Trade unions demand respect of rights as PM Barnier announces more austerity

Workers in France took to the streets, demanding improved rights and greater investment in public services, as newly appointed PM Michel Barnier delivered his first address to the National Assembly

France deploys colonial security forces to repress cost of living protests in Martinique

For the first time in over 60 years, French special security forces have been deployed to Martinique in an attempt to suppress protests over the soaring cost of living

Fête de l’Humanité 2024: 450,000 stand for Palestine and against Macron’s power grab

This year’s Fête de l’Humanité focused on solidarity with Palestine and opposition to Emmanuel Macron’s manipulation of France’s post-election process