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Added on the 15/12/2023 11:55:43 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images
French President Emmanuel Macron, accompanied by his wife and several ministers, visits Saint-Omer in the northern Pas-de-Calais region, which has been devastated by several days of rain, flooding and high water, to offer his support. IMAGES
Hit by torrential rain and floods last week, the the Pas-de-Calais region, in northern France, is facing further rainstorms that could once again lead to devastating flooding after a 48-hour lull over the weekend. IMAGES
Emmanuel Macron visits McCain's factory in the northeastern department of Marne on the sidelines of the "Choose France" summit, where the Canadian frozen French fries giant is set to announce investments of more than 350 million euros in France, which will help the company "improve production and continue to innovate," according to the French president. (CPMPLETES VIDI34RF49F_EN) IMAGES
Hailstones are still clearly visible in the soil of the vineyards in Chablis, in the Yonne department, after the region had been hit by two "supercell hailstorms" the previous day, causing extensive damage. IMAGES
Water floods the streets in the village of Lezinnes in France's Burgundy region. The Armançon river began to overflow its banks on Monday, causing evacuations, road closures and fears of extensive material damage in the area. IMAGES (COMPLETE VID34N933Z_FR et VID34NA4WT_FR)
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.