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France's fuel prices surge as Middle East tensions escalate. France faces a sharp rise in fuel costs linked to the Middle East conflict, leading the Banque de France to cut its 2026 growth forecast amid inflation and job market pressures.

Fuel cost hike reignites Gilets Jaunes protests ahead of elections. Calls for new Gilets Jaunes demonstrations on October 17 grow louder in response to rising fuel prices, stirring political tensions and public unease nationwide.

France earmarks €1.5 billion to fight sexism and sexual violence in 2027 budget. The 2027 budget includes a €1.5 billion allocation to combat sexist and sexual violence, alongside €2.6 billion for child protection, as announced by PM Lecornu's funding commitment.

Former Paris mayor testifies amid first conviction in school violence scandal. As the first perpetrator is sentenced in the Paris after-school violence case, ex-Mayor Anne Hidalgo testifies before the Senate, highlighting a collective failure in addressing the issue.

Banque de France trims 2026 growth forecast but praises economic strength. Despite lowering GDP growth to 0.4% for 2026, the Banque de France points to France's economic resilience amid weak consumer spending and drought challenges.