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French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigning to President Emmanuel Macron outside the Élysée Palace, symbolizing the shortest tenure in the Fifth Republic.

Sébastien Lecornu resigns after 27 days as prime minister

October 07, 2025 Hoton da AI ya samar

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.

Federal Election Commission operates without quorum

The Federal Election Commission is unable to function fully due to a lack of quorum, stalling enforcement of campaign finance laws. This situation stems from expired terms of three commissioners and delays in appointments. The impasse affects investigations into the 2024 election cycle.

Government office hired firm without taxi license

October 11, 2025 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI

Sweden's government office ordered over 500 trips from Freys hyrverk despite the firm lacking a taxi license. The transports involved high-risk individuals at high-level meetings, such as a summit with NATO countries. Three people, including a government employee, now face charges.

French President Emmanuel Macron reappoints Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister in a formal handshake at the Élysée Palace, amid political tensions.

Emmanuel Macron reconducts Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister

October 11, 2025 Hoton da AI ya samar

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.

Republicans condition participation in Lecornu government

October 04, 2025 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI

As Sébastien Lecornu prepares to form a new French government, Les Républicains leader Bruno Retailleau continues to condition his party's participation. Meanwhile, Marine Le Pen of the National Rally threatens to censure the government during its general policy declaration.

Sweden Announces New Law Proposals on Crime

The Swedish government has proposed new laws including revoking citizenship from certain criminals and allowing wiretapping of minors under 15. These measures target organized crime and youth involvement in gangs.

Resigned Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu on France 2, announcing resolution to French political crisis and upcoming prime minister appointment.

Sébastien Lecornu concludes mission to avoid dissolution

October 09, 2025 Hoton da AI ya samar

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.

France Faces Government Instability

September 15, 2025 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI

France's government faces instability after a failed confidence vote, leading to calls for new elections. Protests have intensified in major cities. President Macron is addressing the nation.

Japan Prime Minister Ishiba Resigns

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba resigned on Sunday, triggering the Liberal Democratic Party to prepare for selecting a new leader. The resignation reflects internal party pressures and recent political developments.

Sébastien Lecornu resigns after 24 hours as prime minister

October 09, 2025 An Ruwaito ta hanyar 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.

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