Tue, 21-Oct-2025

French parliament stops when a member yelled, “Go back to Africa”

Go back to Africa

A far-right MP exclaimed, “They should go back to Africa,” as a black colleague discussed immigration. The remark caused the French parliament to come to a standstill. The National Rally member later claimed he was referring to migrants sailing to Europe rather than Carlos Martens Bilongo. A far-right MP exclaimed, “They should go back to … Read more

French parliamentary elections: Polls are open amid a rise for the united left

French

More than 6,000 candidates are running for 577 seats in the National Assembly. Those who receive the most votes will advance to the decisive second round on June 19. President Emmanuel Macron’s centrist coalition is seeking an absolute majority that would enable it to implement his campaign promises. There are almost 6,000 candidates standing for … Read more

Kashmir issue echoes in the French parliament

kashmir issue

The issue of Kashmir is highlighted in the French Parliament for the first time,  at a symposium organized by Jean Bernard Sempastous, the President of Pakistan France Friendship Group, which was attended by French parliamentarians, scholars and human rights activists. Speaking at a conference titled ‘Kashmir the oldest conflict of the world’ held in Paris … Read more