Elizabeth Pineau
latest news & developmentsFrance votes, economy clouds Sarkozy’s chances
France has voted in round one of a presidential ballot where frustration at high unemployment may mean Nicolas Sarkozy loses his re-election bid.
Gbagbo ready to cry uncle
France said on Tuesday that negotiations were under way for the exit of Laurent Gbagbo from Côte d’Ivoire, saying the strife could be over in hours.