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France limits inspection authority of the Court of Cassation

A decree issued by the French government that reformed the general inspection of judicial services practically putting it under the direct control of the government caused a fresh debate between the judiciary and the government as the former accused the latter of breaking the principle of the separation of powers. 

Merkel refers Tsipras to Eurogroup, institutions, IMF over debt

German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Friday appeared to oppose the launch of any discussion regarding Greek debt relief, in a meeting with Greek PM Alexis Tsipras, sources said on Friday. The two leaders met on Friday ahead of a EU summit meeting, and according to sources, Merkel referred the Greek government to the Eurogroup, the institutions and the IMF regarding the debt issue.

India, France Strike Rafale Deal

After long dilly-dallying, India signed a contract with France on Friday for acquiring 36 Rafale fighter jets. Under the agreement, French aircraft manufacturer Dassault Aviation SA is likely to deliver those fighter jets between 36 and 66 months from the date (September 23) the contract is signed in New Delhi.

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