Macron's "nutcases" jab on Algeria draws a same-day rebuttal from Retailleau as Paris watches the Iran-war energy shock build
On a hospital visit to Lavelanet in southwestern France, President Emmanuel Macron dismissed advocates of a tougher line on Algeria as "nutcases," drawing a same-day written rebuke from former interior minister Bruno Retailleau, the Republicans leader and a 2027 presidential contender. Retailleau argued Macron was using the foreign-trained-doctors row as a "false pretext" to avoid the deeper dispute over Algerian nationals subject to deportation orders.
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fr85Macron calls advocates of tougher Algeria stance 'nutcases', drawing same-day rebuke from Retailleau
French President Emmanuel Macron, speaking on April 28 during a hospital visit to Lavelanet in southwestern France, dismissed advocates of falling out with Algiers as "nutcases" -- drawing a same-day written rebuttal from former interior minister Bruno Retailleau, the Republicans party leader and a 2027 presidential contender. Retailleau argued Macron was using the row over foreign-trained doctors as a "false pretext" to avoid the deeper dispute over Algerian nationals subject to deportation orders that Algiers refuses to take back. Macron later, on a stop in Andorra, said he was "not targeting anyone" and defended a policy of "rigorous dialogue" with Algiers based on mutual respect. Of the 19,000-plus non-EU-trained doctors practising in France as of 1 January 2025, just under 39 percent obtained their degrees in Algeria.
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Macron calls advocates of tougher Algeria stance 'nutcases', drawing same-day rebuke from Retailleau
French President Emmanuel Macron, speaking on April 28 during a hospital visit to Lavelanet in southwestern France, dismissed advocates of falling out with Algiers as "nutcases" -- drawing a same-day written rebuttal from former interior minister Bruno Retailleau, the Republicans party leader and a 2027 presidential contender. Retailleau argued Macron was using the row over foreign-trained doctors as a "false pretext" to avoid the deeper dispute over Algerian nationals subject to deportation orders that Algiers refuses to take back. Macron later, on a stop in Andorra, said he was "not targeting anyone" and defended a policy of "rigorous dialogue" with Algiers based on mutual respect. Of the 19,000-plus non-EU-trained doctors practising in France as of 1 January 2025, just under 39 percent obtained their degrees in Algeria.
French President Emmanuel Macron, speaking on April 28 during a hospital visit to Lavelanet in southwestern France, dismissed advocates of falling out with Algiers as "nutcases" -- drawing a same-day written rebuttal from former interior minister Bruno Retailleau, the Republicans party leader and a 2027 presidential contender. Retailleau argued Macron was using the row over foreign-trained doctors as a "false pretext" to avoid the deeper dispute over Algerian nationals subject to deportation orders that Algiers refuses to take back. Macron later, on a stop in Andorra, said he was "not targeting anyone" and defended a policy of "rigorous dialogue" with Algiers based on mutual respect. Of the 19,000-plus non-EU-trained doctors practising in France as of 1 January 2025, just under 39 percent obtained their degrees in Algeria.
fr65Renault develops new electric Twingo in China in 21 months, cutting costs by 40%
Renault developed its new electric Twingo in 21 months at a Shanghai facility, cutting development costs by 40% compared to traditional processes. The car, priced under €20,000, is now in production in Slovenia and arriving at dealers this month.
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Renault develops new electric Twingo in China in 21 months, cutting costs by 40%
Renault developed its new electric Twingo in 21 months at a Shanghai facility, cutting development costs by 40% compared to traditional processes. The car, priced under €20,000, is now in production in Slovenia and arriving at dealers this month.
Renault developed its new electric Twingo in 21 months at a Shanghai facility, cutting development costs by 40% compared to traditional processes. The car, priced under €20,000, is now in production in Slovenia and arriving at dealers this month.
fr28France Reaffirms Diplomatic Approach to Prevent Iran from Acquiring Nuclear Weapon
France stated that the objective of preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon will be pursued through diplomacy, reaffirming support for the IAEA's verification mandate. The statement came during the 11th NPT Review Conference, where France also expressed support for IAEA activities in Ukraine on nuclear safety and security.
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France Reaffirms Diplomatic Approach to Prevent Iran from Acquiring Nuclear Weapon
France stated that the objective of preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon will be pursued through diplomacy, reaffirming support for the IAEA's verification mandate. The statement came during the 11th NPT Review Conference, where France also expressed support for IAEA activities in Ukraine on nuclear safety and security.
France stated that the objective of preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon will be pursued through diplomacy, reaffirming support for the IAEA's verification mandate. The statement came during the 11th NPT Review Conference, where France also expressed support for IAEA activities in Ukraine on nuclear safety and security.
fr13French Armed Forces Develop AI System for Ballistic Plate Inspection
The French Armed Forces Commissariat, through its CIEC center, is developing the CARAPACE project, an AI algorithm to automate X-ray analysis of ballistic plates for bulletproof vests. The system aims to increase inspection throughput to 150,000 plates per year and enable closer-to-unit checks, with suspicious plates sent to the National Ballistic Expertise Center in Marseille. Initial tests are expected in coming weeks, marking a significant advance in equipment maintenance.
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French Armed Forces Develop AI System for Ballistic Plate Inspection
The French Armed Forces Commissariat, through its CIEC center, is developing the CARAPACE project, an AI algorithm to automate X-ray analysis of ballistic plates for bulletproof vests. The system aims to increase inspection throughput to 150,000 plates per year and enable closer-to-unit checks, with suspicious plates sent to the National Ballistic Expertise Center in Marseille. Initial tests are expected in coming weeks, marking a significant advance in equipment maintenance.
The French Armed Forces Commissariat, through its CIEC center, is developing the CARAPACE project, an AI algorithm to automate X-ray analysis of ballistic plates for bulletproof vests. The system aims to increase inspection throughput to 150,000 plates per year and enable closer-to-unit checks, with suspicious plates sent to the National Ballistic Expertise Center in Marseille. Initial tests are expected in coming weeks, marking a significant advance in equipment maintenance.