President Emmanuel Macron’s appointment of Sébastien Lecornu, the departing defense minister, after the government collapsed reflects the pressure Mr. Macron faces to get a budget passed.
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Macron Has No Good Options After Repeat Collapse of French Government
The president, thwarted at home, has become increasingly frustrated and weakened at a critical moment for his country and Europe.
France’s Government Has Collapsed. What Comes Next?
President Emmanuel Macron is expected to appoint a new prime minister, rejecting calls for elections or his resignation.
Thai Court Orders Thaksin, Ex-Premier, to Serve a Year in Prison
The Supreme Court’s ruling, stemming from past convictions on charges of corruption and abuse of power, was the latest blow to Thaksin Shinawatra.
Social Media Goes Back Online in Nepal After 19 Are Killed in Protests
The government reversed its ban on Facebook, Instagram and other platforms, which had helped to fuel demonstrations by young people who were also angry about corruption.
French Prime Minister Bayrou Loses Confidence Vote, Putting Pressure on Macron
Prime Minister François Bayrou failed a confidence vote aimed at breaking an impasse over the budget, adding more pressure on President Emmanuel Macron.
Brazilians Protest as Bolsonaro Coup Trial Nears Verdict
Tensions are heating up in Brazil as the nation enters the final week of former President Jair Bolsonaro’s trial on attempted coup charges.
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba of Japan Says He Will Step Down
The embattled leader is trying to head off a deep split in his party over a right-wing political surge, a weakened economy and turbulent trade relations with the United States.
Cardiologist Draws Outcry With Claim Tying Vaccines to Royals’ Cancer
The British government condemned the remarks, made without evidence by the cardiologist, Dr. Aseem Malhotra, at an event for the anti-immigration party led by Nigel Farage.
Thrust Into the Line of Fire, Iranians Worry About What Comes Next
A 12-day war in June upended the shadow war rivalry between Israel and Iran. Some Iranians want to strike back, others want to move on.