French lawmakers debated a draft legislation that would require most people to be vaccinated against COVID-19 to enter public spaces such as bars, restaurants and long-distance public transport.

French MPs debate 'COVID-19 vaccine pass' bill, denounce death threats

France where lawmakers have debated draft legislation that would require most people to be vaccinated against covid-19. The past would be required to enter public spaces such as bars restaurants and long-distance public transport. The new law would remove the option of showing a negative test result instead of having the jabs.

French lawmakers draft Covid vaccine pass law amid 'tidal wave' of Omicron cases

Leaders of the five major nuclear powers- Russia, China, the United States, Britain and France have adopted a joint statement in which they affirmed that a nuclear war cannot be won and must never be fought.

P5 nations reaffirm a goal of a nuke-free world

The government in France has revamped quarantine rules for the infected, and it is planning to bring in stricter restrictions for the unvaccinated starting today.

French government revamps quarantine rules for the infected

Paris' landmarks were lit up in blue and adorned with EU flags on Saturday in celebration for the start of France's six-month presidency of the European Union.

Paris lights up in blue to mark start of France's six-month EU presidency

As many as 874 cars were set ablaze by people in France on New Year’s Eve as part of a decades old tradition, according to reports. More than 441 people were detained for questioning after vehicles and trash cans were alight.

French torch 874 cars on New Year’s Eve as part of decades old tradition

Omicron is driving France's latest surge in infections, the French health agency stated that over 62% of people tested positive for the Omicron variant at the start of this week.

COVID News: Cases soar in France fueled by Omicron variant

France has culled 600,000 to 650,000 chickens, ducks and other poultry over the past month, officials said Friday, in a race to contain a bird flu virus threatening to become the fourth major outbreak in the country since 2015.

France culls over 600,000 poultry birds to contain bird flu virus threatening major outbreak

From 2022, no vegetables and fruits would be sold in wrapped plastic packaging, as France’s new law banning overwrapped eatables comes into force on Saturday. A total of 30 varieties, including cucumbers, lemons and oranges, have been banned from being wrapped in plastic.

Towards a greener future: France starts banning plastic packaging of fruits and vegetables

After Iran announced on Thursday that it had carried out a new space launch, France has now condemned it and said that it was "regrettable" amid the ongoing nuclear talks with world powers.

France condemns Iran's space launch amid nuclear deal talks, calls it 'regrettable'

Following an unexpected crackdown, France declared on Thursday that it would show "tolerance" to British travellers wishing to transit the nation on their way to residences elsewhere in the European Union.

France lifts transit ban for EU-based British drivers after uproar

As governments across Europe fight to curb the Omicron variant, France has reported the largest daily number of Covid cases ever. However, France was not alone in smashing records on Tuesday, as Italy, Greece, Portugal, and the United Kingdom also reported new highs.

Omicron spread: France reports record of nearly 180,000 COVID-19 cases

As covid-19 cases are now wreaking havoc across the European continent in particular France, Britain, Greece and Portugal have all reported record daily case numbers. France for one has reported a record high of almost 180,000 confirmed covert cases in the last 24-hour period.

Omicron drives record cases in Europe, France reports 180,000 cases

France, Britain, and Greece reported a record number of COVID cases amid Omicron spread across the European continent.

COVID surge wreaks havoc across the European continent amid Omicron spread

In a record high, France for the first time recorded 104,611 Covid infections for the first time since the pandemic began. As per the authorities, cases in intensive care went up from 28 to 3,282.

As Omicron spreads rapidly, France records over 100,000 cases in 24 hours

Amid the global spread of Omicron variant of the COVID-19, France witnessed a record surge of infections with 100,000 daily cases.

France hits record 100,000 daily COVID infection cases amid Omicron spread

A French zoo was temporarily closed after a pack of nine wolves escaped during visiting hours. The incident took place at the Trois Vallées zoo in Montredon-Labessonnié in the south-west Tarn region.

French zoo closed temporarily after pack of 9 wolves escape during visiting hours

COVID-19 cases in the UK and France are now rising at an unprecedented pace. The surge has been triggered by the spread of the highly infectious Omicron variant.

COVID-19 cases in UK & France rising at an unprecedented pace triggered by Omicron variant

It is usually a busy time of the year for ski resorts but due to a rise in Omicron cases and a reintroduction of restrictive measures in various parts of the world, this festive season isn't looking merry for those in the skiing business.

Skiing season in array due to Omicron spread & reintroduction of restrictive measures

France to make it easier for citizens to take their mother's name once they are adults, the country's Justice Minister Eric Dupond-Moretti said on Sunday (December 19).

'A law of equality': France to make it easier for citizens to take mother's family name

Omicron travel chaos: Countries that imposed travel curbs over new Covid variant

As a part of the parliamentary delegation, some lawmakers from France visit Taiwan amid tensions with China.

French lawmakers part of parliamentary delegation embarks to Taiwan amid China tensions

As the Omicron variant takes over the world, French Prime Minister has warned that the new variant can become the dominant one in France from the start of 2022. Jean Castex has warned people that if the locals do not follow the basic Covid regulations, the Omicron variant may soon take over the whole nation.

As France fears dominance of Omicron Covid variant in 2022, Canada lifts travel ban

French defence minister Florence Parly is visiting India with an eye on boosting defence ties. Has the AUKUS snub pushed Paris closer to New Delhi? Is France more reliable than the United States for India? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: France offering nuclear submarines to India?

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