Borne government
Far right's election gains rattle EU's traditional powers
Far-right parties rattled the traditional powers in the European Union with major gains in parliamentary seats, dealing an especially humiliating defeat to French President Emmanuel Macron, who called snap legislative elections.
The outcome showed the 27-nation bloc's parliament membership has clearly shifted to the right.
Scotland: Vote of no confidence against the government rejected – Procedures begin for the replacement of Yousef
In Wednesday’s vote, the motion of no confidence was rejected with 70 votes in favor and 58 against
French Farmers Set to Surround Paris, Security Measures Heightened
French authorities are bracing themselves for nationwide protests by agricultural workers scheduled for Monday in Paris. The farmers, dissatisfied with their pay and living conditions, have intensified their demonstrations over the past week, employing highway blockades and causing damage to public property, including government offices.
France's Youngest Prime Minister Gabriel Attal Takes the Helm
French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Gabriel Attal, aged just 34, as the nation's youngest prime minister in modern history, reports the BBC.
Attal steps into this role following the resignation of Elisabeth Borne after her 20-month tenure. Borne faced challenges due to the persistent lack of a parliamentary majority during her time in office.