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Lecornu faces crucial challenge as socialists demand halt to pension reform

Sébastien Lecornu confronts a pivotal moment in his political career as he prepares to deliver his general policy statement before the National Assembly. Scheduled for 3 p.m. Tuesday, the address will play a decisive role in shaping the Socialist Party’s stance on upcoming motions of no......

Why France’s far right admires Morocco and Spain’s far right fears it

Nostalgia plays a significant role in shaping the far-right’s perspectives on Morocco, yet the sentiment diverges sharply between France and Spain. Nationalist, populist, and identitarian movements in both countries view Morocco through contrasting historical and geopolitical lenses. The French......

Lecornu unveils second government as France faces deepening political turmoil

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has formed a new 34-member government just two days after being reappointed by President Emmanuel Macron, in a renewed effort to stabilize France’s volatile political landscape and secure approval for the 2025 national budget. The new cabinet, described......

Macron surprises observers by reappointing Lecornu as prime minister

Emmanuel Macron has once again appointed Sébastien Lecornu as France’s prime minister, a decision that has sparked surprise and criticism both domestically and internationally. The move comes after a period of political uncertainty and a series of short-lived premierships. Political reaction......

Gold prices hit record high as investors seek stability amid global uncertainty

Global gold prices have reached an unprecedented peak, surpassing $4,000 per troy ounce for the first time in history. Since the start of 2025, gold has surged nearly 50%, marking its strongest rally since the 1970s as investors search for security in a volatile world economy. Analysts attribute this......

Macron searches for sixth prime minister amid France’s political turmoil

French President Emmanuel Macron faces escalating political challenges as he seeks his sixth prime minister in under two years, amid widening governmental fractures and investor concerns over the country’s ballooning deficit. The Élysée Palace announced on Wednesday that Macron plans......

Russia enters “Phase 0” of NATO conflict preparation, analysts warn

Russia has entered what analysts describe as “Phase 0” of preparations for a potential future conflict with NATO, intensifying hybrid attacks that include drone incursions, sabotage, and electronic warfare across Europe, according to a new assessment by the Institute for the Study of War......

Van fire sparks explosions near Matignon in central Paris, swiftly contained

Several loud explosions erupted on Tuesday morning on Rue de Varenne, just steps from the Hôtel de Matignon in Paris’s 7th arrondissement. Authorities reported that a van caught fire shortly after 9:30 a.m., prompting emergency services to quickly secure the area and establish a safety perimeter......

Sebastien Lecornu resigns amid France’s deepening political deadlock

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has stepped down only a month after taking office, citing a paralyzing political deadlock that he says has made governance impossible. His resignation, announced on Monday, underscores France’s deepening political instability following a year marked by recurring......

Naïma Moutchou appointed as France’s minister of public transformation and digital affairs

Naïma Moutchou, a French-Moroccan politician and lawyer, has been appointed as France’s new Minister of Public Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Affairs in Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu’s cabinet. Her nomination marks a symbolic milestone for diversity and......

Portugal strengthens support for Morocco’s autonomy plan for Sahara

Portugal’s Social Democratic Party (PSD), the leading party in the nation’s governing coalition, has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Morocco’s autonomy plan for Sahara. During a parliamentary session on Friday, PSD described the plan as “the most serious, credible, and constructive......

UN faces global challenges at 80th General Assembly amid new geopolitical shifts

As the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary, world leaders convene at the General Assembly to address escalating conflicts, financial instability, and transformative global issues. The summit, held against the backdrop of wars, climate crises, and advancing technologies, aims to foster international......

France erupts as 'Block Everything' protests challenge new prime minister

Protesters across France clashed with police and blocked highways on Wednesday as the “Block Everything” movement staged widespread demonstrations against President Emmanuel Macron’s policies. The protests coincided with the first day in office for the country’s new prime minister,......

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