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Islamic veil ban in French schools saw Muslim girls get better grades
A law introduced in 2004 fully outlawed veils from French schools, but they were first asked to ban 'ostentatious religious signs' in a 1994 government circular - or advisement. The ban was met with heavy opposition from religious leaders, who warned that the law would persecute Muslims and lead to fundamentalism, with some arguing it went against France's constitution.
France reports over 200K Covid-19 cases as presidential polls approach
According to the French public health agency, 23,010 Covid-19 patients are currently hospitalised with 1,552 in intensive care. The agency also reported on Tuesday 140 additional Covid-19-related deaths in hospitals. The application CovidTracker reported an increase in infections of 18.2 per cent in one week, with an average of 139,967 new daily cases reported between March 25 and 31
48.7 million citizens registered to vote in France's Presidential polls
According to the institute on Thursday, 47.05 million people registered on municipal lists, 1.43 million registered overseas on consular lists, and 0.22 million registered in the French overseas territory of New Caledonia, Xinhua news agency reported. In metropolitan France and the 13 French overseas territories, 95 per cent of the citizens who are eligible to vote are registered on municipal lists, it said.
UNSC fails to adopt resolution on humanitarian situation in Ukraine
A Security Council resolution needs at least nine votes in favour and no vetoes by Russia, China, Britain, France or the US to be adopted. Russia's draft resolution expresses grave concern about reports of civilian casualties and the deteriorating humanitarian situation in and around Ukraine, including the growing number of internally displaced persons and refugees.
Zelensky, Macron discuss France's support for Ukraine over phone
"Discussed the support for Ukrainians in the fight against Russian aggression, especially in the defense sphere," Zelensky tweeted. According to him, during the talks, a special emphasis was put on the continuation of peaceful dialogue aimed at ending the conflict between Ukraine and Russia, Xinhua news agency reported.
Events in Ukraine could lead to global food crisis in 12-18 months: Macron
The events in Ukraine and their consequences could lead the world to a food crisis in the next 12-18 months, said French President Emmanuel Macron. In his opinion, this can especially affect countries "very dependent on Russia". Macron added that he aims to ensure the food independence of France when elected president for the next five years.
Indian PM, French Prez in regular touch with Ukraine, Russia: Shringla
The war has entered into the third week where fighting has reached the streets of all the important cities. Addressing India-France Track 1.5 Dialogue, Shringla said the global strategic outlook appears complicated. "The post World War II security architecture that had largely preserved peace in Europe over the last several decades is now found to be wanting," he said.
Putin, Macron, Scholz discuss Ukraine crisis over phone
Russian President Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Saturday, and urged them to influence the Kiev authorities to stop "criminal acts" of Ukrainian "nationalist battalions," according to the Kremlin.
Macron thinks 'worst is yet to come' in Ukraine after call with Putin
The French and Russian presidents spoke on Thursday morning for nearly an hour-and-a-half over telephone. Putin stuck to his guns and refused any "compromise", BFMTV reported, quoting a spokesman for Macron. The Russian President expressed "his great determination" to continue his offensive, the aim of which is "to take the control" of the whole country, the Elysee reported, according to BFMTV.
Macron announces bid for presidential re-election
In a letter addressed to the French people, Macron described the different reforms of the government and the challenges faced by the country. "This is why I request your trust for a new term as President of the Republic. I am a candidate to invent with you, in the face of the challenges of the century, a singular French and European response," he wrote, Xinhua news agency reported.
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