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23.06.2025The Day Trump Declared Ceasefire

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This page is an archive of main headlines from France for 23.06.2025.

It displays 203 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

23.06.2025The Day Trump Declared Ceasefire
Following the weekend American nuclear strikes, Iran launched its promised retaliation by morning, firing missiles at Israeli cities with explosions heard over Jerusalem. Israel responded with "unprecedented force" strikes on Tehran's Revolutionary Guard headquarters and the symbolic Evin prison, where French hostages are held.

By afternoon, Iran escalated to direct confrontation with American forces, launching missiles at US bases in Qatar and Iraq. The Al-Udeid base in Qatar was targeted, though no casualties were reported. Trump dismissed Iran's response as "very weak," revealing Tehran had warned Washington beforehand.

European allies distanced themselves from the American action, with Macron declaring the strikes lacked "legal framework" while Gulf monarchies now view Israel as the region's primary destabilizing force rather than Iran.

By evening, Trump announced both Iran and Israel had accepted a "complete and total ceasefire" lasting twelve hours, though the claim's verification remained unclear as French media continued live coverage of the escalating conflict.
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04:03Trump Claims Monumental Damage

The newspapers report that Trump claims "monumental damage" from Operation "Midnight Hammer," with the US dropping a "full charge of bombs" on Iran's Fordo nuclear facility and targeting two other sites (BFMTV, Le Parisien). Iran denounces the strikes as "aggression" and promises retaliation, saying it is ready to defend itself "by all necessary means" (BFMTV, Le Parisien). Analysis focuses on Ali Khamenei's isolation in a bunker with limited response options, as attacking American bases in the Gulf would risk regime survival (Le Figaro). Trump faces domestic contradiction between his military action and peace promises, with a majority of Americans, including some from his own camp, opposing new conflicts (Le Monde). Separately, a 17-year-old was arrested for planning ISIS-inspired attacks on synagogues, sex shops, and festive events according to Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau (France TV Info).
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06:12Trump Floats Regime Change

The newspapers report that Trump has escalated rhetoric following the American nuclear strikes, suggesting a "regime change" in Iran and claiming to have inflicted "monumental damage" on Iranian nuclear sites (Le Figaro, Les Echos, L'Express). Iran's ambassador to France maintains that Tehran "is not at war against the United States" despite the bombardment of three nuclear facilities including Fordo, while Iran promises retaliation "by all necessary means" (BFMTV, Le Parisien, Libération). Israeli forces continue striking military infrastructure sites in western Iran as the conflict enters its eleventh day, with Trump boasting of dropping fourteen 13-ton bombs and threatening "tragedy" if Iranian leaders do not capitulate (Libération, Mediapart). The coverage reveals Trump's contradiction between claiming peaceful intentions while conducting massive military operations, as he insists against evidence that this does not constitute a new war.
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07:40Iranian Retaliation Begins

The newspapers report that Iran has begun its promised retaliation, with the Israeli military declaring incoming missiles following the American nuclear strikes (BFMTV, Le Parisien). French Foreign Minister Barrot criticizes regime change "by force and bombs" as "illusory," while Trump contradicts his own administration by embracing interventionist rhetoric and claiming to seek Iranian regime change through his "Make Iran Great Again" approach (Le Parisien, Libération). Coverage details Operation "Midnight Hammer" using bunker-buster bombs and submarines, with Iran threatening "heavy consequences" and warning the strikes will "extend war in the region" (L'Express, L'Obs). Domestically, French media spotlight generational tensions over pension reforms, with social media debates about "cutting boomer pensions," while citizens near Boulogne-sur-Mer organize to help increasing numbers of migrants attempting Channel crossings (Le Figaro, France TV Info).
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09:15Iran Fires Back at Israel

The newspapers report that Iran has launched missile strikes against Israel with explosions heard over Jerusalem, as Israel responds with a "series of strikes against military targets" in Tehran (BFMTV, Le Figaro, Le Parisien). This follows the US bombardment of three Iranian nuclear sites including Fordo on Sunday, which Trump's administration calls "Operation Midnight Hammer" while Iran denounces it as American "betrayal" of diplomacy and threatens "heavy consequences" (L'Express, Le Parisien). European diplomatic efforts appear collapsed, with analysts describing the situation as "humiliating for the European Union" after twenty years of nuclear negotiations, as no European leader has condemned the American strikes (Le Monde, Mediapart). Trump now openly advocates regime change, contradicting his lieutenants with "Make Iran Great Again" rhetoric while claiming the nuclear program has been devastated (Libération). France has evacuated 160 citizens using military aircraft as the conflict escalates (Valeurs Actuelles).
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INFO LE PARISIEN. L’enquête sur les méthodes du service d’élite antidrogue marseillais vise désormais la haute hiérarchie : deux commissaires, chefs de l’Ofast Marseille, ont été placés en garde à vue ce lundi matin dans les locaux de l’IGPN, la police des polices. Au cœur des soupçons, notamment, une livraison surveillée de cocaïne qui a viré au scandale.
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10:31Israel Strikes Central Tehran

The newspapers report that Israel has escalated to striking Tehran directly, with the military claiming "unprecedented force" against Revolutionary Guard headquarters and the symbolic Evin prison (Le Monde, Libération). This represents a shift from targeting Iranian nuclear facilities to hitting the capital's government centers, while reports indicate continued strikes on the Fordo nuclear site (Le Figaro, L'Express). The coverage reveals confusion over American versus Israeli operations, with sources attributing the nuclear strikes to both US forces and Israeli actions in overlapping timeframes (BFMTV, L'Express). Domestically, French media highlight a corruption scandal involving missing cocaine at Marseille's elite anti-drug unit, with two police commissioners now detained by internal affairs (Le Parisien). The Olympic cost estimate has reached 6 billion euros in public spending, exceeding initial projections (Le Point).
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12:26Air Traffic Controllers Strike Before Summer Holidays

The newspapers report that French air traffic controllers have announced a strike for July 3-4, just before summer holidays begin, with the second-largest union protesting "toxic management" (France TV Info, Le Figaro). A deadly wedding shooting in Vaucluse left two dead including the bride and two wounded including a child, with two people now in custody (Le Parisien). French political debate over American strikes in Iran draws criticism for its "afflicting level" of discourse, with commentators describing reactions as childish and simplistic (Le Point). Meanwhile, the National Assembly begins examining legislation for Mayotte's reconstruction that prioritizes reducing immigration over rebuilding after Cyclone Chido, as migrants become the primary target of the territory's "refoundation" (Mediapart).
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Un grand nombre de structures culturelles jonglent aujourd’hui avec les baisses de financement. Une situation inquiétante pour les principaux acteurs, qui craignent l’autocensure et un frein à la liberté de création.
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14:20US Bombs Iranian Nuclear Sites

The newspapers report that American forces have struck three Iranian nuclear sites including Fordo with "a complete load of bombs," marking a significant escalation from the Israeli operations (BFMTV, L'Express). Iran has arrested a "European national" for espionage and promises "firm action" in retaliation, with officials declaring readiness to defend "by all necessary means" (BFMTV, Le Figaro). French social media shows panic among young users over fears that "Iran will bomb France," with TikTok discussions oscillating between panic, support and anger over the strikes (Le Point). Domestically, a deadly wedding shooting in Goult, Luberon left two dead including the bride, with two suspects now arrested (France TV Info, Le Parisien). French employers present a united front in pension negotiations while unions express anger over the standoff (Les Echos).
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Procès en antisémitisme, appels à la dissolution, commission d’enquête : les critiques à l’égard de LFI ont pris une ampleur inédite depuis quelque temps. Le mouvement vit désormais à la marge du débat politique, comme le Parti communiste au siècle dernier. Un « chiffon rouge » très stratégique, reconnaît-on à droite.
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15:54Evin Prison Bombed

The newspapers report that Israel has now struck Tehran's Evin prison, with France condemning the attack as "unacceptable" while confirming two French hostages were not harmed (BFMTV, Le Parisien). This follows the weekend US nuclear strikes, with Gulf monarchies now viewing Israel rather than Iran as the region's primary destabilizing force, according to regional analysis (Le Monde). Iran threatens to potentially close the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of global oil transits, as a possible retaliation for the Israeli and American strikes (Le Point). Domestically, a wedding shooting in Goult, Luberon killed two including the bride, with two suspects now in custody (France TV Info). French public opinion shows 90% believe the state's response to juvenile delinquency is inadequate, according to an exclusive Odoxa poll (Le Figaro).
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L’armée israélienne a bombardé lundi après-midi le centre de Téhéran « avec une force sans précédent », ciblant des centres de commandement de l'armée et la tristement célèbre prison d'Evin. Après les frappes américaines de ce week-end, le chef des forces armées iraniennes promet «une action ferme».
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17:14Iran Strikes American Bases

The newspapers report that Iran has launched missile strikes against American military bases in Qatar and Iraq, with explosions heard in Doha near the major US Al-Udeid base (BFMTV, Le Monde, L'Express). This represents Iran's "powerful response" to the weekend American nuclear strikes, escalating the conflict beyond the Israel-Iran exchange to direct Iranian-American confrontation (Libération, L'Obs). The strikes follow Israel's "unprecedented" bombardment of Tehran's Revolutionary Guard command centers and continued targeting of Iranian nuclear facilities (Le Parisien, BFMTV). Financial markets remain unaffected by the escalating strikes, according to economic analysis (Les Echos). Meanwhile, Trump's second term agenda tests constitutional limits on immigration, universities, and a potential third mandate, backed by a loyal base and fragmented opposition (Le Point).
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18:41Iran Strikes American Bases

The newspapers report that Iran has directly targeted American military bases in Qatar and Iraq with missile strikes, marking Tehran's retaliation for weekend US nuclear facility strikes (BFMTV, Le Monde, Le Parisien). The Iranian missiles hit the major Al-Udeid base in Qatar and Ain Al-Assad in Iraq, though no casualties were reported by US forces (Le Figaro, Libération). Qatar has declared it "reserves the right" to respond to the Iranian attack on its territory, while President Macron stated "the spiral of chaos must end" following the escalation (Le Monde, Le Parisien). The strikes represent Iran's promised "firm action" after American forces bombed three Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend, with Tehran's military chief having warned of retaliation (Le Parisien, L'Express). Les Echos raises concerns about Iran potentially blocking the Strait of Hormuz as the conflict escalates beyond the original Israel-Iran exchange to direct Iranian-American confrontation.
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La réplique iranienne, baptisée « Annonciation de la victoire », a été lancée lundi en début de soirée. Le Qatar affirme que son système de défense a réussi à intercepter des missiles iraniens. Plus tôt dans la journée, Israël avait annoncé avoir mené des frappes « sans précédent » en Iran.
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20:58Trump Calls Iran Strike "Very Weak"

The newspapers report that Trump has dismissed Iran's missile strike on an American base in Qatar as "very weak," revealing that Tehran had warned the United States beforehand (BFMTV, Le Monde). Qatar successfully intercepted the Iranian missiles targeting the Al-Udeid base, with no casualties reported, though Doha denounced the attack as a "flagrant violation" of its sovereignty (BFMTV, Le Monde). Le Parisien suggests the Iranian regime faces internal pressure, with the newspaper describing the strike as part of a "dangerous escalation" that brings "the end of the regime" closer. Domestically, pension negotiations have collapsed after weeks of failed talks, with the CFDT union declaring the concertation an "failure" (Le Figaro). Meanwhile, Boulevard Voltaire reports on left-wing plans to shut down CNews through coordinated complaints and sanctions.
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