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02.02.2026

The Day of the 2026 Budget Adoption

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This page is an archive of main headlines from France for 02.02.2026.

It displays 239 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

02.02.2026The Day of the 2026 Budget Adoption
Morning editorial priority was divided between the declassification of U.S. Department of Justice archives linking French elites to Jeffrey Epstein and a diplomatic pivot regarding Iran. Editors tracked Tehran’s formal order to initiate nuclear talks with the Trump administration, a sharp shift from the previous day’s warnings of regional war.
By early afternoon, the domestic focus intensified as former minister Jack Lang issued a public defense against his appearance in the 'Epstein Files,' a story that dominated investigative desks at Le Monde and Mediapart. Simultaneously, the government officially rejected the Medef’s 'youth CDI' proposal following union pressure.
The evening cycle was defined by the final legislative adoption of the 2026 budget. Following the rejection of two final motions of censure from the left and the far-right, media outlets confirmed the definitive passage of the Finance Bill via Article 49.3, ending weeks of parliamentary deadlock.
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01:44 (00:44)Trump's Overture to Tehran

French media outlets are currently highlighting Donald Trump's diplomatic pivot toward Iran, reporting on his expressed hope for a new nuclear agreement despite maintaining a formidable naval presence near the Strait of Hormuz (BFMTV, France TV Info, Le Parisien). Concurrently, financial desks are scrutinizing the colossal IPO prospects of OpenAI, SpaceX, and Anthropic, noting growing skepticism regarding the long-term viability of their artificial intelligence business models (Le Monde).
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L’ONG Médecins sans frontières devra quitter avant le 28 février la bande de Gaza, dévastée par deux ans de guerre entre Israël et le Hamas
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04:05 (03:05)The Spectre of French Trumpism

French editors are increasingly focused on the 'Trumpization' of domestic politics, with intellectuals warning that the American president serves as a catalyst for local democratic erosion (Le Monde, L'Obs, L'Express). Concurrently, the strategic standoff with Iran remains a top priority, as media track Donald Trump's dual approach of naval posturing near the Strait of Hormuz and diplomatic overtures for a nuclear deal (BFMTV, France TV Info, Le Parisien, Le Monde, Mediapart).
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Une tempête hivernale frappe le sud-est des Etats-Unis – notamment la Floride – provoquant d’importantes perturbations dans les transports
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Le chef du gouvernement assistera, lundi 2 février, à l’Assemblée nationale à l’examen des deux ultimes motions de censure déposées par le RN et LFI. Leur rejet probable entraînera l’adoption définitive du projet de loi de finances. Une issue que nul n’imaginait lorsque le ministre des armées a été promu à Matignon en septembre 2025.
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06:26 (05:26)Artistic Defiance Against the Machine

French media prioritize the growing cultural and diplomatic backlash against the Trump administration's immigration policies, specifically the ICE operations. Editors highlight artistic boycotts and high-profile protests at the Grammy Awards (Le Parisien, Le Figaro, L'Humanité). Simultaneously, the editorial focus shifts to the domestic front as Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu faces final censure motions at the National Assembly, marking a decisive moment for his government's budget (Le Monde, Boulevard Voltaire).
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Caroline Lang, fille de Jack Lang, a fondé en 2016 avec Jeffrey Epstein une société offshore dans les îles Vierges. Figure influente du monde du cinéma, elle apparaît également sur le testament financier du criminel sexuel qui fait trembler les États-Unis. D’autres documents supposent des liens d’intérêt directs avec l’ancien ministre de François Mitterrand.
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Les Iraniens et la diaspora commencent à découvrir les noms, les photos, les circonstances de la mort de milliers de victimes, tandis que le régime continue sa politique de terreur. C’est désormais en documentant les tueries que les habitants risquent l’arrestation, et leur vie.
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09:16 (08:16)A Negotiation Framework for Tehran

French media are focusing on the diplomatic opening between Tehran and Washington, reporting on a potential negotiation framework (BFMTV, Le Figaro). Simultaneously, coverage highlights the humanitarian crisis at the Turkish border and internal Iranian resistance (France TV Info, Mediapart). These geopolitical shifts coincide with cultural defiance at the Grammy Awards, where artists criticized the Trump administration's immigration policies (Le Monde, L'Humanité).
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Caroline Lang, fille de Jack Lang, a fondé en 2016 avec Jeffrey Epstein une société offshore dans les îles Vierges. Figure influente du monde du cinéma, elle apparaît également sur le testament financier du criminel sexuel qui fait trembler les États-Unis. D’autres documents supposent des liens d’intérêt directs avec l’ancien ministre de François Mitterrand.
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10:50 (09:50)A Diplomatic Anchor for Tehran

French editors are converging on the announcement of a diplomatic framework between Tehran and Washington, noting Iran's expectation to finalize negotiations within days (BFMTV, Le Figaro, Le Parisien). Simultaneously, investigative reports and legal documents from the US Department of Justice have linked French political figures and socialites to the Jeffrey Epstein affair, triggering fresh scrutiny of domestic elite circles (Mediapart, L'Humanité).
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12:12 (11:12)Tehran's Nuclear Olive Branch

French editors are centering on a tangible diplomatic shift as Tehran formalizes a framework for nuclear negotiations with Washington (BFMTV, Le Figaro, L'Express). Concurrently, the domestic press is increasingly preoccupied with the 'Epstein poison,' following the release of DOJ archives that implicate French political figures and socialites in the late financier’s network (Le Monde, Mediapart, L'Humanité, L'Obs).
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Les banquiers, mais également les notaires, les assureurs ou les avocats sont soumis à des obligations de vérification de plus en plus fortes au nom de la lutte contre le blanchiment et le financement du terrorisme. En face, les clients n’ont quasiment aucun recours.
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INFO LE PARISIEN. La proposition du Medef de créer un contrat à durée indéterminée résiliable, sans motif, durant les premières années ne fait pas l’unanimité. Le gouvernement ne compte pas exploiter cette piste.
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INFO LE PARISIEN. La proposition du Medef de créer un contrat à durée indéterminée résiliable, sans motif, durant les premières années ne fait pas l’unanimité. Le gouvernement ne compte pas exploiter cette piste.
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13:17 (12:17)Tehran Commands Nuclear Dialogue

French editors are focusing on Tehran’s formal order to initiate nuclear negotiations with the United States (BFMTV, Le Figaro, L'Express). While some outlets highlight the arrest of foreign nationals in Iran (France TV Info), the domestic debate centers on the government’s rejection of the Medef 'youth CDI' proposal (Le Parisien) and the imminent adoption of a controversial budget via Article 49.3 (L'Humanité).
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La justice états-unienne a publié vendredi 30 janvier trois millions de pages de documents de l’affaire Epstein. Donald Trump, Elon Musk, l’ex-prince Andrew, la future reine de Norvège, Steve Bannon, le président du comité des JO de Los Angeles 2028, Bill Gates, la famille Lang… Au fur et à mesure que les médias enquêtent, de nouveaux noms émergent des « Epstein Files ». On fait le point.
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14:20 (13:20)Tehran's Narrowing Window for Concessions

French editors are centering on the diplomatic friction between the West and Iran, with the government urging Tehran to make concessions to avert US strikes (Le Figaro, L'Express). Domestically, Matignon has officially rejected the Medef employer federation's 'youth CDI' proposal, which sought to allow dismissals without cause, following intense union backlash (BFMTV, France TV Info). Meanwhile, the 'Epstein Files' continue to dominate investigative cycles (L'Humanité, L'Obs).
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15:45 (14:45)The Epstein Poison Seeps Into Paris

French editors are intensifying their focus on the 'Epstein Files' following the release of DOJ archives, with specific scrutiny on the financier's links to French elites and political families (Le Monde, L'Humanité, Valeurs Actuelles). Simultaneously, the media is tracking the parliamentary hearings regarding public broadcasting neutrality and financing (Le Parisien, France TV Info), alongside cautious reporting on the detention of foreign nationals in Iran (France TV Info, L'Express).
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17:03 (16:03)Jack Lang's Name in the Epstein Ledger

French editorial priority has shifted toward the domestic repercussions of the declassified Epstein documents. Multiple outlets focus on former Culture Minister Jack Lang's defense against his appearance in the files, contrasting his claims of ignorance with the high frequency of his name (BFMTV, Le Parisien, France TV Info). International coverage remains preoccupied with the stalled Venezuelan transition and ongoing US-Iran nuclear negotiations (Le Monde, L'Obs, L'Express).
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18:16 (17:16)The Final Censure Hurdles

The French media ecosystem is converging on the final legislative hurdle for the 2026 budget. Major outlets report on the imminent adoption of the finance bill as Sébastien Lecornu faces the final motions of censure from the left and the far-right (BFMTV, Le Monde, Le Figaro). While the Rassemblement national criticizes the budget as a defeat (Le Figaro), the consensus among editors is that the government’s use of Article 49.3 will prevail.
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Parmi les millions de nouveaux documents du dossier Epstein déclassifiés, plusieurs mails évoquent les besoins financiers du parti lepéniste. Mais aussi une rencontre entre Steve Bannon et Louis Aliot, ainsi qu’une « proposition » de prêt de 4,7 millions de dollars.
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19:52 (18:52)The Budget Survives the Final Censure

The French media ecosystem has reached a consensus as the 2026 budget is officially adopted following the rejection of the final motions of censure (BFMTV, Le Monde, 20 Minutes, Le Figaro, France TV Info). While centrist and right-leaning outlets emphasize the legislative conclusion, leftist and populist sources pivot toward external threats, specifically concerns over the CIA's influence under Donald Trump and his domestic unpopularity (L'Express, L'Humanité).
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Le saviez-vous : Samuel Paty : la mère d’un des accusés nommée référente laïcité dans les Yvelines ! Des liens entre Jack Lang et Epstein révélés par le Department of Justice américain [ÉDITO] Le diable tentateur Ciotti attise le supplice des LR Moulins : ne pouvant interdire Murmures de la Cité, le maire s’en prend… aux chevaux ! [POINT DE VUE] L’Europe migratoire : après le Danemark, l’Allemagne ouvre les yeux… Cérémonie des vœux à Marseille : le buffet halal de la discorde Une cité des morts révélée au Mans : 800 sépultures médiévales exhumées Commission audiovisuel public : l’hypothèse L. Salamé en couple avec J. Bardella…
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22:41 (21:41)The Budget Forges its Way

French editors are focusing on the final legislative adoption of the 2026 budget following the failure of dual censure motions (Le Monde, Le Parisien, France TV Info). While centrist sources highlight the 'compromise' of the 49.3 process, the 'Epstein Files' remain a major investigative priority, now involving British diplomat Peter Mandelson and former French official Jack Lang (BFMTV, Mediapart, Boulevard Voltaire).
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