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French PM calls for partial curfews as nationwide riots and protests escalate
French PM calls for partial curfews as nationwide riots and protests escalateFrench Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has instructed local authorities to implement "local and partial" curfews in response to severe nationwide unrest, rioting, and widespread looting. The measures follow a...
France on the Brink? Mass Looting, Violent Clashes and Growing Fears Over Law and Order| Plain Speak
France is facing renewed scrutiny over public order as reports of rioting, looting and violent clashes raise questions about the direction of street protests. Have demonstrations been overtaken by violence, and how are authorities responding to the unrest?On this edition, we examine the reported scenes of disorder, the concerns over public safety and the wider political and social tensions surrounding the protests. Where does peaceful dissent end and criminal violence begin? And what challenges do French authorities face in restoring order while protecting the right to protest?Watch the full discussion for the key facts, context and analysis.Subscribe to News18 for breaking news, global developments and in-depth political analysis. -speakNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube
Will Trump’s Endorsement of Netanyahu Fire Up His Campaign or Fizzle?
President Trump said Benjamin Netanyahu was a “Great Warrior,” as he faces a tough re-election bid for prime minister. But the Trump brand is not what it once was in Israel, analysts say.
De Lima to gov’t: Consider declaring Chinese envoy persona non grata
MANILA, Philippines — Mamamayang Liberal Rep. Leila de Lima said Monday that the executive branch should “seriously consider” declaring Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan persona non grata. De Lima told reporters that the Marcos administration has the authority to declare the Chinese envoy unwelcome, saying diplomats must adhere to basic diplomatic decorum while
French PM says 'ultra-left' seeking 'deep unrest' ahead of election
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu on Monday accused the "ultra-left movement" of seeking to "orchestrate deep unrest across the country" in the runup to next year's presidential election. FRANCE 24 International Affairs Editor Angela Diffley looks back at Lecornu's remarks in the wake of the violent protests that shook the country over the weekend.
Brazil court orders Meta to prove it gives Lula, Bolsonaro campaign content equal treatment
Brazil’s top electoral court has given Meta 24 hours to prove it is treating campaign content from incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro equally on its online platforms, threatening a daily fine for noncompliance. The ruling follows allegations from Lula's campaign that the social media giant is suppressing Lula’s campaign content ahead of Sunday’s closely contested presidential runoff.
