France's top court blocks under-15 social media ban

France's highest court ruled that a law prohibiting children under 15 from using social media platforms without parental consent was unconstitutional, saying it violated freedom of expression.

The decision was a setback for President Emmanuel Macron's efforts to regulate online access for minors.

The court found that the ban was too broad and did not adequately balance protection with fundamental rights.

Macron indicated he would work on a revised version that respects constitutional principles while still aiming to protect children online.