France Faces Crucial Parliament Vote on Social Security Overhaul
The uncertain parliamentary vote on France’s social security overhaul poses a critical challenge for Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, whose leadership and 2026 budget plans could be jeopardized if lawmakers reject the proposal, including a suspended retirement reform
Macron to Appoint New Prime Minister Within 48 Hours Amid Deepening Crisis
President Emmanuel Macron faces mounting pressure after Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu’s resignation, as France grapples with political deadlock over austerity measures and internal government divisions threatening to destabilize his already embattled presidency
France Faces Political Turmoil as Prime Minister Lecornu Resigns Within One Day
France’s political instability deepens as Sébastien Lecornu resigns one day after becoming prime minister, highlighting partisan deadlock and raising the possibility of early legislative elections
French Unions Call October 2 Strikes to Pressure PM Lecornu
French unions announced fresh strikes for October 2, demanding the government scrap austerity policies. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu faces growing opposition, political gridlock, and urgent pressure to address France’s budget deficit
Over One Million Protesters Rally in France Against Draft 2026 Budget
France witnessed a wave of nationwide strikes and demonstrations as unions mobilized over one million people against the government’s draft 2026 budget, warning Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu of mounting resistance to austerity measures
France Braces for Nationwide Protests Over Debt-Cutting Austerity Budget
Trade unions rally against the government’s draft austerity budget, calling for a nationwide strike that threatens to paralyze transport, schools, and public services across France