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Pope Léon XIV addresses crowd from Monaco palace balcony on inequalities, with Prince Albert II and Princess Charlène.

Pope Léon XIV denounces inequalities in historic Monaco visit

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Pope Léon XIV made his first official visit to Monaco on Saturday, the first by a pontiff in nearly 500 years to the principality. Welcomed by Prince Albert II and Princess Charlène, he called for social justice and wealth redistribution from the palace balcony. He denounced the « abîmes between poor and rich » and advocated for peace and the defense of life.

Poll shows Édouard Philippe beating RN in runoff, only candidate

An Elabe poll for BFMTV and La Tribune Dimanche positions Édouard Philippe as best placed to face the Rassemblement national in the presidential runoff, with narrow wins against Jordan Bardella or Marine Le Pen. Jordan Bardella dominates the first round in most scenarios, except against the former prime minister. All other tested candidates lose to RN figures.

Bomb plot foiled at Bank of America in Paris

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French police arrested a 17-year-old minor attempting to ignite an explosive device outside Bank of America on rue La Boétie in Paris's 8th arrondissement overnight Friday to Saturday. Interior Minister Laurent Nunez suggested a possible link to the Middle East conflict. An anti-terrorism investigation has been opened.

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Loana Petrucciani found dead in her Nice apartment

Loana Petrucciani, star of the first season of 'Loft Story' in 2001, was found dead on March 25 at her Nice apartment at age 48. Her death, which occurred several days earlier, has prompted an investigation into the exact causes, as media figures pay tribute and criticize a Charlie Hebdo caricature.

France beats Brazil 2-1 in friendly at Gillette Stadium

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France claimed a 2-1 victory over Brazil in an international friendly at Gillette Stadium, demonstrating resilience after defender Dayot Upamecano received a red card in the second half. Kylian Mbappe and Hugo Ekitike scored for Les Bleus, while Gleison Bremer netted a late consolation for Brazil. The win serves as a strong statement for France ahead of the World Cup.

Tariq Ramadan sentenced in absentia to 18 years in prison for rapes

Paris criminal court sentenced Tariq Ramadan to 18 years in prison in absentia on Wednesday for raping three women. The 63-year-old Islamic scholar, absent throughout the three-week trial due to health reasons, was found guilty as per prosecutors' requests. The ruling includes eight years of judicial supervision and a lifetime ban from French territory after serving the sentence.

Emmanuel Grégoire elected Paris mayor with 50.52% in tight three-way runoff

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Socialist Emmanuel Grégoire won the Paris municipal election runoff on March 22, 2026, with 50.52% of votes against Rachida Dati (41.52%) and Sophia Chikirou (7.96%). An arrondissement analysis reveals a divided capital with minimal shifts, while Dati blames divisions on the right and center for her defeat.

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