The first televised debate for the Socialist primary has exposed deep rifts within the left-wing, particularly regarding alliances with La France Insoumise and the situation in Gaza. Candidates fiercely debated these issues, with Manon Aubry, a Member of the European Parliament, criticizing the Socialist Party's past commitments. The campaign also saw Socialist MP Philippe Brun's appeal against exclusion from the primary denied following accusations of violence.

Mediapart: Socialist Primary Debate: Melenchon Wins by Default

The first televised debate for the 'Choose 2027' competition confirmed a rift within the social-democratic family over their relationship with La France Insoumise, while showing convergence on other issues and an animated exchange about Israel.

Le Monde: French Left-Wing Primary: Gaza Situation and LFI Alliance Spark Debate

The first televised debate for the French left-wing presidential primary saw candidates clash over the situation in Gaza and their alliance with the LFI party, particularly regarding the use of the term 'genocide'.

Le Figaro: Presidential 2027: Socialist Party Has Not Kept Promises, Says Manon Aubry…

Manon Aubry, a member of the Insoumis party, criticized a debate among candidates for the socialist primary, stating that the socialist party has not upheld its commitments and refusing the principle of a left-wing alliance.

Mediapart: Philippe Brun Removed From Left Primary: Conspiracy Remains a Theory

After a week of denouncing a Socialist Party plot against him, the deputy accused of violence against his former collaborator was denied his appeal against exclusion from the primary, with Mediapart tracing the events.

Le Monde: French Socialists' Disarray Ahead of Primary

Socialist Party militants express dismay over a primary campaign focused more on individual candidates than on substantive political ideas.

Le Figaro: Left-Wing Primary: Candidates Clash Over Alliances with La France Insoumise

Candidates in the French left-wing primary are divided on the issue of forming alliances with the La France Insoumise party.

In the ongoing Aramburú murder trial, the Advocate General has requested significant prison sentences of 27 and 20 years for Loïk Le Priol and Romain Bouvier, respectively. The prosecution argued that the accused premeditated their crime, classifying it as murder.

Mediapart: Aramburu Murder: 27 and 20 Years Prison Sought for Far-Right Killers

In a strong indictment, the Advocate General requested heavy sentences against Loïk Le Priol and Romain Bouvier, arguing that the accused premeditated their crime, making it murder.

PSG footballer Achraf Hakimi will proceed to trial on rape charges after his appeal against the indictment was rejected. The Moroccan player denies the accusations.

Mediapart: PSG Footballer Achraf Hakimi Will Indeed Be Tried for Rape

The Moroccan player, who denies the charges, had appealed his indictment confirmation, but his appeal was rejected, meaning he will face trial.

As fuel prices in France reach record highs, influenced by global events, a new online map has been made available to assist citizens in finding the most affordable gas stations in their vicinity.

Le Monde: Fuel Prices Surge in France: Map to Find Cheapest Gas

Fuel prices in France are reaching record highs, influenced by the war in the Middle East. A map is provided to help citizens find the cheapest fuel stations nearby.

A fierce rivalry is intensifying between Édouard Philippe, Mayor of Le Havre, and Gabriel Attal, General Secretary of Renaissance, as they position themselves for the 2027 French presidential election. The two political figures exhibit significant differences in their voter bases, indicating a complex contest ahead.

Le Monde: 2027 French Presidential Election: Sharp Duel Between Philippe and Attal

A look at the increasingly fierce rivalry between Edouard Philippe and Gabriel Attal for the 2027 French presidential election, highlighting the significant differences in their voter bases.