France's Immigration Bill Sparks Political Turmoil

The French parliament has passed a toughened-up immigration bill backed by President Emmanuel Macron, despite a rebellion within his party. The legislation includes amendments on residency and citizenship that won the approval of the far right. The bill had been significantly toughened since its introduction, with some accusing Macron's government of caving in to the far-right National Rally in an attempt to secure support. The amendments introduce migration quotas, delay migrants' access to welfare benefits, and make it harder for migrants' children to become French. The bill also allows for the stripping of French nationality for dual nationals convicted of serious crimes against the police.