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Mediapart's front page features a mix of investigative journalism and political analysis, with a focus on French domestic affairs. Key stories include an investigation into a Franco-Israeli gangster who defrauded investors, a political scandal involving a socialist primary candidate, and an…
An investigation reveals how Rony Hadjedj, starting from petty theft in Marseille, built a software company called Airsoft that defrauded hundreds of millions of euros from small investors, with Mediapart and EIC tracing his criminal journey and family involvement during his time in Israel.
The candidacy of Philippe Brun, a deputy from Eure, was rejected at the last minute following a harassment complaint from his former parliamentary assistant, leaving the Socialist Party in a difficult position.
An audit by independent researchers has revealed significant internal discontent within the Green party, led by Marine Tondelier. The report, intended for public release in early September, has been suppressed, but Mediapart is publishing its key findings.
Members of François Bayrou's inner circle, Bernard Lehideux and Stéphane Thérou, provided convoluted explanations in the Paris Court of Appeal regarding the employment of parliamentary assistants, as part of the MoDem's appeal trial.
The government of Sébastien Lecornu plans further austerity measures affecting pensions, healthcare, and environmental policies, while resolutely refusing to increase taxes on the wealthy and large corporations.
Unions are protesting a proposal to sanction two labor inspectors in Isère, one of whom faces a severe penalty. The decision now rests with the Minister of Labor, with unions denouncing it as 'grave anti-union repression.'
During her State of the Union address, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen suggested Canada become an 'associate member' and, despite calls for a more independent Europe, failed to reassure on the growing cooperation between the right and far-right.
The European Commission President announced a 'Kids Act' aimed at protecting minors online, signaling ambitious plans to address digital safety for young users.
