France news
- Political Turmoil & New Government
• Prime Minister François Bayrou was ousted in a no-confidence vote in the National Assembly. His government collapsed largely over opposition to proposed austerity measures. 
• President Emmanuel Macron appointed Sébastien Lecornu as Prime Minister. Lecornu is considered a close ally of Macron and has been given the task of navigating through strong parliamentary divisions. 
• Lecornu has promised a “profound break” with past politics, emphasizing humility, cooperation, and a different style of governance. But he faces a tough job: a fragmented Parliament with no clear majority and strong opposition to budget cuts. 
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- “Block Everything” Protests & Social Unrest
• A protest movement called “Block Everything” (in French, Bloquons Tout) erupted on September 10, 2025. Citizens blocked roads, set fires, disrupted transit, and clashed with police. 
• These protests are against austerity measures (large public spending cuts), removal of public holidays, pension freezes, and what many see as an unfair burden on ordinary people. The protests cut across political lines — both left-wing and right-wing groups are involved. 
• Government deployed ~ 80,000 security personnel; hundreds (> 200) arrested; widespread disruptions especially in large cities. 
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- Economic Situation & Fiscal Challenges
• Growth for 2025 is expected to be weak: estimates are around 0.6–0.7% GDP growth. 
• Major risk factors: external trade uncertainties (tariffs, global demand), cautious consumer spending, inflation pressures, and high public debt. 
• Budget deficit is large. To reduce it, the government proposed austerity measures (deep spending cuts, freezing pensions, removing public holidays). These are what triggered much of the public anger. 
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- Foreign Policy
• France has announced it will formally recognize the State of Palestine in September 2025, aligning this decision with the UN General Assembly. Macron frames it as part of France’s commitment to a just peace and a two-state solution. 
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