Why Russia is picking on France and how Europe's 'monumental' travel change will affect you

Talking France

The talking points from France this week... in no particular order are - Russian meddling in French affairs. Yes France has accused Russia of being involved in a string of recent incidents from fake coffins left at the Eiffel Tower to bedbug invasion rumours. Why would Moscow do this and is it working?

We also find about why the commemorations to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day on Thursday are even more significant this year, why you could be fined in France just for washing your car and we explain why you are likely to be scolded in public by a French person.

And big border changes are coming that will likely affect you so we explain what difference it's all going to make to your journey in and out of France, whether it's by plane, train, automobile or ferry.

Host Ben McPartland is joined by the team from The Local France, Emma Pearson, Gen Mansfield and politics expert John Lichfield.

Related reading:

• What to expect for the 80th anniversary of D-Day in France
• ANALYSIS: How serious is Russian interference and disinformation in France?
• Travel to France: What does EES mean for cross-Channel ferry trips?
• What will EES mean for travel on 'Le Shuttle' through the Channel Tunnel?
• The 22 things that are likely to get you a scolding in France
• Why washing your car in France can lead to a €450 fine

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