Crisis
Borne opens door to suspending pension reform
October 08, 2025 Image generated by AI
Resigned Education Minister Élisabeth Borne expressed openness to suspending the 2023 pension reform she championed, if it ensures national stability. This stance, voiced in a Le Parisien interview, aims to extend a hand to socialists amid the political crisis after Sébastien Lecornu's resignation. Olivier Faure hailed a 'positive awakening'.
Sébastien Lecornu resigns after 24 hours as prime minister
October 09, 2025 Reported by AI
Sébastien Lecornu, appointed prime minister on September 9, 2025, resigned on October 6, less than 24 hours after unveiling his government, due to tensions with the Republicans. This makes his government the shortest-lived in the Fifth Republic. Emmanuel Macron has asked him to conduct ultimate negotiations by October 8.
Emmanuel Macron reconducts Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister
October 11, 2025 Image generated by AI
Emmanuel Macron reconducted Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister on Friday evening, four days after his resignation, hoping to pass a 2026 budget without dissolving the Assembly. Lecornu, accepting 'out of duty', must form a government without presidential ambitions and reopen debates on key reforms like pensions. Left-wing and far-right oppositions already threaten censure.
French Government Collapses
September 11, 2025 Reported by AI
France's government collapsed on September 9, 2025, amid political crisis and leadership changes. The prime minister's fall has led to instability, with calls for new elections.
Sébastien Lecornu resigns after 27 days as prime minister
October 07, 2025 Image generated by AI
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu submitted his resignation to Emmanuel Macron on October 6, less than 24 hours after announcing his government. Appointed 27 days ago, he becomes the shortest-serving head of government in the Fifth Republic. Macron has tasked him with final negotiations until Wednesday evening to define a platform for stability.
Energy Crisis Hits North America
September 18, 2025 Reported by AI
An energy crisis is gripping North America, with shortages and price spikes affecting millions. Causes include supply disruptions and high demand. Governments are implementing measures to mitigate the impact.