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Mass Protests Erupt Across France Over Austerity Plans
18
Sep

Mass Protests Erupt Across France Over Austerity Plans

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On Thursday, large crowds took to the streets throughout France to protest against looming austerity policies. The demonstrations, organised by labor unions, were aimed at pushing President Emmanuel Macron and newly appointed Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu to abandon plans for public spending cuts. Those walking off the job included teachers, train operators, healthcare workers, and […]

'Block Everything' Protests Sweep Across France Scores Arrested
10
Sep

‘Block Everything’ Protests Sweep Across France, Scores Arrested

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Roads blocked, fires lit, and over 80,000 police deployed as unrest spreads across the country PARIS, Sept. 10, 2025 — Protesters clashed with police across France on Wednesday, blocking roads, lighting fires, and paralyzing transportation in scenes of mounting unrest that coincided with the first day in office for France’s new Prime Minister, Sébastien Lecornu. […]

France Loses Prime Minister Yet Again Bayrou Resigns After Crushing Defeat
09
Sep

France Loses Prime Minister Yet Again Bayrou Resigns After Crushing Defeat

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Background & ContextThis marks the second prime ministerial collapse in under a year for President Emmanuel Macron. François Bayrou, a centrist and longtime ally of the president, took over in December 2024 succeeding Michel Barnier, who survived only three months in office following a no-confidence vote. Latest DevelopmentsOn September 8, 2025, Bayrou’s minority administration was […]