
France Detains 565 as Nationwide Protests Draw 320,000 Demonstrators
French police detained 565 people as nationwide protests drew 320,000, with falling turnout offset by clashes and persistent disruption risk.

French police detained 565 people as nationwide protests drew 320,000, with falling turnout offset by clashes and persistent disruption risk.

“Returning the Names” events were held in 101 cities worldwide, while Russia saw its first private commemorations since Memorial was banned.

Astra reported a fire at the Sasta plant site in Russia’s Ryazan region, where a Yandex DC data center is located.

Gerhard Schroeder’s new Hyperglobus role has drawn German criticism as observers weigh political and asset-control risks around Russia-linked retail operations.

Macron said France sees a Russian mobilization of around 300,000 people as credible and warned that hostile actions across Europe have increased.

Macron is asking Brussels for an EU-wide social media ban for under-15s after France’s Constitutional Council blocked a national law.

Uzbekistan's first ID-card fee is under scrutiny ahead of a Sept. 1 increase, with regional comparisons showing markedly lower costs in neighboring markets.

Ukrainian officials report over 8.4 million citizens living abroad amid war, with Kyiv-controlled territory population shrinking to 27-28 million.

A massive forest fire near Paris burned over 1300 hectares, leading to evacuations and arrests amid France’s third heatwave, with extensive firefighting efforts underway.

France and Italy express reservations over the EU's proposed entry ban on Russian combatants, fearing it may unintentionally impact all Russian travelers amid the 21st sanctions package.

The US may impose fees for Strait of Hormuz passage if the Iran deal fails, following a temporary ceasefire and lifted blockade, signaling potential shifts in global oil trade flows.

Paxtakor Football Club ended 2025 with a 50.8 billion UZS loss and a 17 billion UZS tax debt, marking a sharp financial downturn despite strong league performance.

Paris prosecutors report around 20 alleged Jeffrey Epstein victims have come forward, advancing investigations into human trafficking facilitators in France.