Alexander Kazakevich
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Europeans to join Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi, says France
"No one will speak in our name", French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot says, adding that Europeans will join next week's Russia-Ukraine talks. He also accused hard left presidential candidate Jean-Luc Mélenchon of echoing Kremlin propaganda.
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Mélenchon presents party manifesto as France social unrest continues
The right to vote at 16, a Sixth Republic as a “new ecological state”: the four-time Élysée candidate outlined his presidential programme to more than 20,000 supporters. A further show of strength against a backdrop of social unrest in the country.
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Economy
France aims for 'responsible' 2027 budget as Fitch downgrades outlook
The US rating agency doubts France's ability to sustainably restore its public finances after the 2027 presidential election, probably followed by parliamentary elections. The government, for its part, reiterates the "absolute necessity" of having a budget adopted by the end of the year.
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French economy 'at a standstill' as budget uncertainty swirls
France has recorded no growth since the start of the year, while GDP fell 0.1% between July and September. The government is urging political forces to adopt the 2027 budget, as the country's ability to reassure markets is in doubt.
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French student protests: 400–500 schools closed on Monday
Another day of mobilisation is planned for Tuesday. By then, 400 to 500 secondary schools are expected to remain fully or partially closed, including 24 that have been “burned or vandalised”. The ministry also reports that 78 education staff have been injured since the movement began.
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