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France Rejects World Cup Boycott Calls Amid Trump Greenland Dispute
As political tensions rise between France and the United States over Greenland, Paris insists sport must remain separate from diplomacy, rejecting calls to boycott the World Cup while critics urge FIFA and teams to take a stand
France Begins On-Water Interceptions to Halt Small Boat Migrant Crossings
France has carried out its first on-water interception of a suspected migrant “taxi-boat”, signalling a major change in strategy as Paris and London seek to curb dangerous Channel crossings and dismantle increasingly sophisticated smuggling networks
Farmers End Brussels Airport Cargo Protest After Days of Disruption
Traffic has returned to normal at Brussels Airport’s cargo area after farmers ended their protest against EU trade and agricultural policies, which had caused delays and congestion while drawing attention to concerns over standards, regulations, and sustainability
Paris Agricultural Show Proceeds Without Cows Amid Disease Fears
An outbreak of lumpy skin disease in France has forced organisers of the Paris Agricultural Show to bar cattle this year, highlighting growing biosecurity challenges for Europe’s farming sector and prompting debate over animal health safeguards
Six Off-Piste Skiers Killed in Deadly Avalanche Weekend in French Alps
Six skiers died in separate avalanche incidents in the French Alps over the weekend, despite official warnings against off-piste skiing. Rescue teams battled deep snow and hazardous conditions, highlighting the growing dangers facing winter sport enthusiasts