Schengen visa application to France and Italy [closed]

I am an Indian PhD student in UCLA traveling to France (11 days, for a conference) and Italy (15 days, for a research collaboration) on April 22nd.

The conference in France is the main purpose of the trip. But I am confused as to which embassy where I should apply to. Also, the Italian embassy in LA does not have any open slots for the entire month of April so I would like to apply to France :-)

Does anyone know whether the French embassy in LA will reject my application? Their website (http://www.consulfrance-losangeles.org/spip.php?article789) is very clear that I should apply to the country where I will stay the longest. In particular, they mention nothing about the "apply to country that is the main destination" clause at http://www.schengenvisainfo.com/how-to-apply-schengen-visa.

(update: I am hoping that the 11 days vs. 15 days might swing it in my favor, any ideas / recent experiences?)

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Is French Schengen visa open?

Visa centres can accept all visa applications, regardless of vaccination status of applicants. It is not the responsibility of Visa application centres or the French Consulate to check if visa applicants are vaccinated. Information on the conditions for travel to France are displayed on official websites.

Is Schengen visa open for Italy?

Do I need a Schengen visa to travel to Italy ? As part of the Schengen area, Italy requires from its visitors to apply for an Italy Schengen visa for stays shorter than 90 days. This does not apply to all countries.

Is France accepting visa applications?

As of April 7, 2021, France-Visas will provide students with the possibility of sending digital copies of their supporting documents when completing their visa application online. This optional procedure will allow an accelerated process by the external service provider (ESP).

Can Schengen visa be applied now?

Applying six months in advance of a trip is now possible While so far Schengen visa applicants could file an application ad early as three months in advance of their trip to the borderless Schengen area, now this rule has changed. The updated code makes it possible for travelers to apply six months before their trip.

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