Marine Le Pen: French far-right leader cleared of hate speech
Craig TaylorA French court acquits the National Rally head over images she posted of Islamic State atrocities. BBC News – Europe
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Rome Colosseum: Italy unveils plan for new floor with gladiator’s view
Work on a wooden, retractable floor at the Roman landmark is expected to be finished by 2023. BBC News – Europe
May Day protests: Turkey arrests hundreds as rallies sweep globe
Violence flares in some countries where rallies to mark Labour Day are held despite Covid-19 rules. BBC News – Europe
Covid: France aims to reopen except nightclubs by July
Tourists with a “health pass” will be able to visit France from 9 June, President Macron announces. BBC News – Europe
Covid: Turkey prepares for its first full lockdown
Turkey was seen as a success story early in the pandemic but now has the highest infection rate in Europe. BBC News – Europe
French warn UK ahead of vote on Brexit trade deal
French concern over fishing rights overshadows a key European Parliament vote on EU-UK trade. BBC News – Europe