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French economy minister tells the BBC that 'we back' the building of the plant in England, contradicting his statement last week that no decision had been made. 

Arriving in Beirut ahead of visits to Egypt and Jordan, the French president pledged increased financial and military aid for Lebanon, home to 1m Syrian refugees.

Western nations hope UN-backed government of prime minister-designate Fayez Serraj can unite Libyans to fight an increasingly strong Islamic State affiliate.

Three schoolgirls aged between 13 and 15 have been arrested in a southern Paris suburb for allegedly sustained brutal attacks on a 12-year-old girl.

French economy minister warns that if UK left EU it must contribute to bloc's budget for trade deal and may not receive full access to single market.

François Hollande, questioned by journalists and public, claimed his presidency had led to more growth, less deficit and taxes, more purchasing power.

Instead of passengers having to place their finger on a screen, the new system, backed up by an increase in cameras will immediately recognise their face.

Three quarters of voters said the French president, due to appear in a TV debate Thursday evening, should abandon his reelection hopes.

Salah Abdeslam, arrested in Brussels and wanted by France for his role in November Paris terror attacks, held documents from centre near Belgium-Germany border.

A French fugitive suspected of supplying kosher store attacker Amedy Coulibaly with weapons he used to kill five people with was arrested in Malaga.