France
Oppositions remain inflexible after Lecornu's intervention
October 09, 2025 Image generated by AI
Resigned Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu concluded his negotiations with political forces in an interview on France 2 on October 8, 2025, stating an absolute majority exists in the Assembly to avoid dissolution. Left-wing and far-right oppositions rejected his proposals, demanding an early presidential election or new dissolution. Republicans, internally divided, refuse to join a left or Macronist government.
Brigitte Bérèges' proxy campaign energizes by-election in Tarn-et-Garonne
In Tarn-et-Garonne, Brigitte Bérèges' proxy campaign for her successor is energizing the October 5 by-election. Unable to campaign due to health issues, the former MP is rallying supporters to defend her seat. The vote holds symbolic importance for the local right-wing.
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.
Sébastien Lecornu proposes CVAE cut for 2026 budget
October 05, 2025 Reported by AI
Minister Delegate Sébastien Lecornu announced a proposal to cut the CVAE, a production tax on companies, as part of the 2026 budget. This comes amid rising political pressures before government formation. Calls for compromises with the left, especially the PS, aim to avert a censure motion.
Right and center in Bordeaux seek alliance for 2026 elections
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October 11, 2025Pension differences reemerge in French inter-union
October 11, 2025Catherine Trautmann announces candidacy for Strasbourg municipal elections
October 11, 2025Robert Badinter enters the Panthéon in a solemn ceremony
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October 05, 2025Raphaël Glucksmann navigates steep path to presidency
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Poll places Rassemblement National ahead for 2027 presidential election
October 09, 2025 Image generated by AI
A Toluna Harris Interactive poll for RTL, published on October 8, 2025, shows the Rassemblement National (RN) as the clear favorite for the 2027 presidential election with 34 to 35 percent of voting intentions. The central bloc is collapsing and is neck-and-neck with the left for a second-round spot. The RN leads potential candidates like Gabriel Attal or Édouard Philippe.
Zucman tax and its potential use for climate questioned
In its weekly newsletter, Le Monde's 'Chaleur humaine' podcast addresses a listener's question about the Zucman tax. This proposal targets the wealthiest, but its allocation is debated between ecological transition and debt reduction. The piece examines if it can directly benefit the climate.
Emmanuel Macron reconducts Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister
October 11, 2025 Reported by AI 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.
Sébastien Lecornu concludes mission to avoid dissolution
October 09, 2025 Reported by AI Image generated by AI
Resigned Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu stated on France 2 Wednesday evening that his 48-hour mission, assigned by Emmanuel Macron to resolve the political crisis, has ended. He asserted a path exists without dissolving the National Assembly and a new prime minister will be appointed within 48 hours. The Élysée confirmed this imminent appointment, highlighting a majority against dissolution and a platform to pass the budget by December's end.
Google rolls out AI Mode in Europe but not in France
Google has announced the rollout of its 'AI Mode' tab on its search engine in Europe, excluding France, in response to ChatGPT's popularity. The deployment, starting this Wednesday, will reach 36 countries within a week. The exclusion in France stems from regulatory hurdles related to fines for neighboring rights.
Élisabeth Borne opens door to suspending pension reform
October 09, 2025 Reported by AI Image generated by AI
Former Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne has suggested suspending the pension reform to ensure national stability amid a post-dissolution political crisis. This proposal, coming from the architect of the 2023 project, draws sharp criticism over its moral and economic implications. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has not ruled it out, while calling for debate.