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Belgium: Tens of thousands protest in Brussels against government’s “brutal budget”

Brussels — Tens of thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Brussels on Tuesday to protest what unions have called the Belgian government’s “brutal budget cuts” targeting social protection and public services. The protest comes amid ongoing budget......

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......

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......

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......

Pension reform rollback could cost “billions by 2027,” warns French economy minister

French Economy Minister Roland Lescure has warned that modifying or suspending the 2023 pension reform could have a major financial impact, potentially costing hundreds of millions of euros in 2026 and billions by 2027. Speaking on France Inter on Wednesday,......

Budget 2026: French PM Lecornu proposes financial wealth tax as alternative to Zucman levy

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has opened the door to the left by proposing a new “financial wealth tax” as part of the 2026 budget discussions. The initiative is presented as an alternative to the so-called “Zucman tax” advocated by socialist lawmakers, which......

Government shutdown in the United States: First federal halt in seven years

For the first time in seven years, the U.S. federal government has entered a shutdown after lawmakers in Congress failed to reach an agreement on extending funding. The political impasse between Democrats and Republicans led to the suspension of non-essential government services shortly after midnight......

U.S. shutdown: Understanding the budget deadlock

The United States is once again facing a federal government shutdown after lawmakers in Congress failed to agree on a new budget. This situation, although temporary, can have major repercussions for public services and millions of federal employees. A shutdown occurs when the federal government runs......