Francois Hollande announces split from partner Valerie
French President Francois Hollande has announced his split with his partner Valerie Trierweiler to the news agency AFP. It follows claims he had an affair with actress Julie Gayet.
Report: French President to announce separation
French President Francois Hollande is to announce his separation from his partner Valerie Trierweiler, according to French newspaper Le Parisien.
The reports said the Elysee Palace would be releasing a statement in the next few hours.
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