France has banned unsolicited telemarketing calls under a new law to protect consumers and shield vulnerable people from fraudulent commercial practices. Individuals who make illegal calls can be fined up to €75,000 per call once the new law comes into effect on August 11.
Source: [France24](https://www.france24.com/en/france/20260806-france-bans-unsolicited-telemarketing-calls-protect-consumers)