Paris, France, March 23, 2026 (AFP) - France ex-PM Jospin dies aged 88: family

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Former French prime minister Lionel Jospin, a Socialist who introduced the 35-hour work week and civil partnerships for gay couples, has died aged 88, his family said Monday. Jospin -- who was head of government from 1997 to 2002 before losing to the far right in presidential polls -- died on Sunday, they told AFP. He had said he had a "serious operation" and had returned home to rest in January, without providing details. Jospin ran for presiden......

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