Bernadette Chirac’s death puts Jacques Chirac back in the spotlight as France mourns, recalling a president who led 1995–2007.
France has seen multiple developments reshaping the 2027 presidential contest: Edouard Philippe has had a judicial inquiry opened over a 2020 Le Havre digital-hub contract; Reuters has reported a suspected disinformation campaign tied to a shadowy firm called BlackCore; and public rows between Kylian Mbappé and National Rally figures are intensifying the political debate.
Bernadette Chirac, the wife of former French president Jacques Chirac, has died at age 93. She was a trailblazing first lady who held political office in her own right as a general councillor for Corrèze. Her life intersected with decades of French political history and philanthropy, including her work with hospital charities and her influence during her husband’s presidency.
France grapples with failures in investigating sexual violence allegations as 11-year-old Lyhanna is murdered in Fleurance. Protests surge nationwide; Macron promises action and prosecutors review thousands of cases. Authorities acknowledge unacceptable lapses.