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France to double its military budget by 2027

France's Macron Announces Plan to Accelerate Military Spending

France had aimed to double its defence budget from 2017 levels by 2030. However, Macron pledged to reach the target by 2027. A military budget that stood at 32 billion euros ($37.40 billion) in 2017 will rise to 64 billion euros by 2027, with an additional 3.5 billion euros allocated for next year and another 3 billion euros in 2027.

Yahoo · 8h

France to double its military budget by 2027, faster than planned

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Sunday that France would increase its defence budget more quickly than originally planned, announcing additional spending of €3. 5 billion ($4 billion) for 2026 and €3 billion for 2027 amid military threats from Russia.

Saudi Gazette on MSN · 7h

French president announces €6.5 billion boost in military spending

French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday unveiled an additional €6.5 billion ($7.6 billion) in military spending over the next two years, citing unprecedented threats ranging from Russia’s aggression to nuclear proliferation,

Prison, France

CNN on MSN · 12h

Prisoner in France escapes in his cellmate’s bag

A man has escaped from a prison in France by hiding in a bag belonging to his cellmate who was being released after finishing his sentence, an official told local media.

CBS News on MSN · 12h

Man escapes prison by hiding in luggage of fellow cellmate as he's released in France

The escaped prisoner "took advantage of the liberation of his fellow inmate to hide himself in his luggage and get out," the prison service said.

BBC · 16h

French prisoner allegedly escapes in fellow inmate's bag

A man has allegedly escaped a French prison by hiding in the bag of a fellow inmate who was leaving prison after serving their sentence, local media reports. The prison service has launched an investigation after the man escaped from Lyon-Corbas prison in south-east France on Friday,

Cascarino powers France into last eight

Reuters on MSN · 3h

Cascarino powers France into last eight with 5-2 win over Netherlands

An electrifying second-half performance from Delphine Cascarino fired France to a 5-2 win over the Netherlands on Sunday that secured victory in Group D at the Women's Euros and set up a quarter-final meeting with Germany in Basel on July 19.

BBC · 6h

Cascarino nets second-half double for France

France's Delphine Cascarino scores two goals in three minutes to put her side 4-2 up against the Netherlands in their final Group D game at Euro 2025.

The Associated Press- Sports on … · 6h

Euro 2025: Cascarino shines in France's big win to eliminate the Netherlands and top tough group

Inspired by Delphine Cascarino's stunning six-minute spell in the second half, France surged past the Netherlands 5-2 on Sunday to reach the quarterfinals at the Women's European Championship. France's third straight win ensured it won Group D,

France claim comeback win to set up Germany last-eight tie

Delphine Cascarino stars as France score three goals in six second-half minutes to stun Netherlands and finish top of Group D ...

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2025 Tour de France Standings

The 2025 Tour de France rolls on and runs through Sunday, July 27. Live coverage of all 21 stages will be available on ...

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France Announces Agreement to Give New Caledonia More Autonomy

There were violent protests against French rule in the semiautonomous Pacific territory last year. The agreement would create ...

Early loss against France brought team together, says England coach Wiegman

If England's opening loss to France at Euro 2025 was a cause for concern, coach Sarina Wiegman said being faced with a huge ...

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Tour de France records: Who has most wins in iconic cycling race?

Here is a breakdown of the racers who have won the Tour de France the most times: Five: Eddy Merckx (Belgium), Bernard ...

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Tour de France stage nine: Van der Poel’s epic breakaway, Merlier takes second win, will Almeida abandon impact Pogacar?

Belgium’s Tim Merlier won his second stage at this year’s Tour de France on Sunday, outsprinting Jonathan Milan and Arnaud De ...

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First mountain test as Tour de France enters Massif Central

The Tour de France riders face a stern test as the 112th edition of the race enters the Massif Central for the 10th stage on ...

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