Despite the wave of discontent, President Emmanuel Macron intends to push through plans to raise the retirement age to 64 from 62.
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French Government Unveils Plan to Raise Retirement Age to 64
President Emmanuel Macron is focusing on cutting costs in France’s pension system, but labor unions, which fiercely oppose the measure, have promised a showdown.
Putin’s Cease-Fire Effort to Divide the West Over Ukraine Fall Flat
A cease-fire proposal seemingly aimed at splintering Western unity has instead been met with Western escalation, underscoring Moscow’s diplomatic struggles.
Biden, World Leaders Condemn Brazil Protests
Leaders from the United States, Latin America and Europe expressed support for Brazil’s president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
New Armored Vehicles Will Help Ukraine Take the Fight to Russia
The Western allies’ provision of infantry fighting vehicles signals their support for new offensives in coming months, analysts said.
France Promises Ukraine Armored Vehicles, U.S. Weighs Doing the Same
President Emmanuel Macron pledged to provide AMX-10 RC armored vehicles, though Mr. Macron’s office did not specify how many of the vehicles would be delivered or when.
Victor Hugo Statue Takes a Prominent Place in France’s Debate on Race
After a restoration darkened the hue of a statue at the birthplace of the French writer, complaints ensued — then vandalism.
Leaders Mix Sports and Diplomacy at the World Cup
Dozens of top officials have flown to Qatar to cheer for teams while talking shop. The event has magnified the tiny Gulf nation’s role as a diplomatic broker.
Countries Pledge $1 Billion in Aid for Ukraine
A French-led effort to involve dozens of countries aims to help Ukraine survive a harsh winter with quick repair of vital electrical, heating, water and health care systems.
She Came Out of Nowhere, and Now No One in France Can Ignore Her
Sandrine Rousseau is using her talent for grabbing headlines with provocative ideas to shift the focus of the national debate from the themes favored by the far-right to climate change and #MeToo.