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Russia-Ukraine war: Is a ceasefire deal on the horizon?
Experts say a ceasefire deal is unlikely to be close, as many sticking points remain.
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French PM Lecornu survives no-confidence parliament vote, now eyes budget
The two motions were tabled by the far-right National Rally and far-left France Unbowed parties.
France’s Macron unveils new government ahead of budget deadline
The new government, led by Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, must present a 2026 draft budget on Monday.
From: NewsFeed
Macron: ‘France is ready to play a role’ in Gaza peace plan
French President Emmanuel Macron urged full support for the US plan to end the Gaza war.
Published On 9 Oct 2025
France’s Macron to appoint new prime minister within 48 hours
The announcement came after last-ditch talks by outgoing premier Sebastien Lecornu failed to find a solution to crisis.
France’s outgoing PM Lecornu hints at budget deal amid political turmoil
Opposition parties are calling on embattled President Macron to resign before his term ends in 2027.
From: Inside Story
How to fix France’s deepening political crisis?
President Emmanuel Macron under pressure as parliamentary paralysis persists.
Published On 7 Oct 2025
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Fifth French PM quits in three years: Can Macron survive, and what’s next?
An embattled President Macron is facing increasing calls to announce snap elections or even to step down.
Outgoing French PM launches last-gasp bid to quell political crisis
Sebastien Lecornu to hold two days of talks to try to shore up cross-party support for his collapsed government.
France’s new Prime Minister Lecornu resigns hours after naming cabinet
President Emmanuel Macron accepts resignation of newly appointed prime minister after criticism over cabinet lineup.
French unions strike, demand end to austerity and Macron’s spending cuts
Tens of thousands turn out, but numbers are fewer so far than the last protest that drew half a million to the streets.
