France’s Parliament is in chaos over budget deadlock, PM Lecornu’s resignation, and TikTok child safety probe—highlighting political instability.
On January 26, 2026, France's National Assembly approved a bill banning social media use for under-15s and mobile phones in high schools, aiming to protect children from harmful content and excessive screen time. Championed by President Emmanuel Macron, the law follows Australia's under-16 ban and now moves to the Senate for final approval.