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Catherine Porter
2025-10-19 06:00:10
France
Politics and Government

‘Don’t Touch My Retirement!’ Wins the Day in France

The country’s attachment to an early pension, seen as a fundamental right, forced a major concession by the government, allowing it to survive, for now.

Aurelien Breeden
2025-10-14 18:00:14
United States
Politics and Government

French Premier Offers to Delay Pension Overhaul, in a Bid to Calm Turmoil

Sébastien Lecornu said the government was ready for “a new debate” on the issue, a major concession as he faces no-confidence votes that threaten to topple his government again this week.

Aurelien Breeden
2025-10-14 15:00:15
United States
Politics and Government

Hoping to Steady Political Crisis, French Prime Minister Offers to Suspend Pension Overhaul

The move by Sébastien Lecornu was a major concession as he faced no-confidence votes that threatened to topple his government again this week.

Aurelien Breeden
2025-10-08 18:00:14
France
Politics and Government

France Holds Its Breath Over Last-Ditch Talks for a Government Deal

Sébastien Lecornu, the country’s outgoing prime minister, said he believed France’s political parties could overcome divisions and avoid snap legislative elections.

Aurelien Breeden
2025-09-22 21:00:23
United States
International Relations

French Town Halls Defy Officials and Fly Palestinian Flags

Liz Alderman
2025-09-18 18:02:45
United States
Politics and Government

‘Tax the Rich,’ French Protesters Cry, as the Wealthy Push Back on Paying More

With a budget crisis looming, a proposal for a tax on ultrahigh-wealth individuals has grass-roots support, but it adds conflict to an already fragmented political landscape.