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OPINION: France's new PM will survive the week, he may not survive the month

The political situation in France remains turbulent with divided governance and an urgent need for decisive fiscal policy reform.
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South Korea vote to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol fails

The opposition's impeachment motion against President Yoon failed due to a walkout from the governing party, emphasizing political tensions in South Korea.

Nearly 300 Troops Stormed South Korea's National Assembly, Official Says

South Korea's military actions during martial law were condemned as unconstitutional, with calls for legal accountability following the breach of the National Assembly.

Inside the chaos in Seoul after South Korea's president sprang 6 hours of martial law on his people

Martial law declared by Yoon Suk-yeol was quickly rescinded after parliamentary and public backlash.

Chaos Plays Out at South Korea's Legislature Building After Declaration of Martial Law

Emergency martial law declared in South Korea sparked protests and a significant police and military response at the National Assembly in Seoul.

South Korea's opposition-controlled National Assembly votes to impeach acting President Han

South Korea's National Assembly impeached acting President Han Duck-soo, deepening the political crisis initiated by President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration.

Celebrations in Seoul as President Yoon is impeached

South Korea's National Assembly impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol, leading to widespread celebrations and protests in Seoul.

South Korea vote to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol fails

The opposition's impeachment motion against President Yoon failed due to a walkout from the governing party, emphasizing political tensions in South Korea.

Nearly 300 Troops Stormed South Korea's National Assembly, Official Says

South Korea's military actions during martial law were condemned as unconstitutional, with calls for legal accountability following the breach of the National Assembly.

Inside the chaos in Seoul after South Korea's president sprang 6 hours of martial law on his people

Martial law declared by Yoon Suk-yeol was quickly rescinded after parliamentary and public backlash.

Chaos Plays Out at South Korea's Legislature Building After Declaration of Martial Law

Emergency martial law declared in South Korea sparked protests and a significant police and military response at the National Assembly in Seoul.

South Korea's opposition-controlled National Assembly votes to impeach acting President Han

South Korea's National Assembly impeached acting President Han Duck-soo, deepening the political crisis initiated by President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration.

Celebrations in Seoul as President Yoon is impeached

South Korea's National Assembly impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol, leading to widespread celebrations and protests in Seoul.
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French Lawmakers Vote to Oust Prime Minister in First Successful No-Confidence Vote Since 1962

The historic no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Barnier signals significant political turmoil in France's divided parliament.

Turn to the right': What Macron's choice of Barnier as PM means for France

Macron's choice of a conservative PM, Michel Barnier, following left's electoral success raises questions about party dynamics and credibility in France.

French President Macron Names Michel Barnier as Prime Minister

Macron appointed Michel Barnier as prime minister following a snap election, aiming for stability in a fragmented National Assembly.

President Macron Names Centrist Ally Bayrou as France's Next Prime Minister

Macron aims to restore parliamentary stability with Francois Bayrou as prime minister after a government ousting.

Marine Le Pen: I am deeply Euroskeptic; the way the EU works is anti-democratic and anti-national'

Le Pen's influence on French politics is growing, with potential ramifications depending on the outcome of her embezzlement trial.

OPINION: Macron will move swiftly to appoint a new PM, but can he succeed where Barnier failed?

France's political landscape risks instability with a censure vote against PM Barnier, jeopardizing the 2025 budget amid multiple international challenges.

French Lawmakers Vote to Oust Prime Minister in First Successful No-Confidence Vote Since 1962

The historic no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Barnier signals significant political turmoil in France's divided parliament.

Turn to the right': What Macron's choice of Barnier as PM means for France

Macron's choice of a conservative PM, Michel Barnier, following left's electoral success raises questions about party dynamics and credibility in France.

French President Macron Names Michel Barnier as Prime Minister

Macron appointed Michel Barnier as prime minister following a snap election, aiming for stability in a fragmented National Assembly.

President Macron Names Centrist Ally Bayrou as France's Next Prime Minister

Macron aims to restore parliamentary stability with Francois Bayrou as prime minister after a government ousting.

Marine Le Pen: I am deeply Euroskeptic; the way the EU works is anti-democratic and anti-national'

Le Pen's influence on French politics is growing, with potential ramifications depending on the outcome of her embezzlement trial.

OPINION: Macron will move swiftly to appoint a new PM, but can he succeed where Barnier failed?

France's political landscape risks instability with a censure vote against PM Barnier, jeopardizing the 2025 budget amid multiple international challenges.
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South Korea's president avoids impeachment after martial law misstep

President Yoon remains in office after the impeachment vote failed due to his party's boycott, despite political pressure following his martial law declaration.
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OPINION: Like it or not, French voters made Le Pen the 'referee' over any new PM

Political instability in France complicates Prime Minister selection, with no party having a majority in the National Assembly.

French elections: far right on course for first round victory. What happens now?

The National Rally (RN) leads the popular vote in France's general election first round, while the final seat distribution is uncertain due to varying constituency results.

French lawmakers vote to enshrine abortion in constitution DW 01/31/2024

France's lower house of parliament, the National Assembly, approved a bill enshrining a woman's right to abortion in the French Constitution.
The bill passed with overwhelming support, with nearly all members of Macron's coalition and left-wing opposition parties in favor of it.

OPINION: Barnier waits while the French parliament plays snakes and ladders

The National Assembly's chaotic budget debate highlights political divisions with negligible impact on France's financial future.

OPINION: Like it or not, French voters made Le Pen the 'referee' over any new PM

Political instability in France complicates Prime Minister selection, with no party having a majority in the National Assembly.

French elections: far right on course for first round victory. What happens now?

The National Rally (RN) leads the popular vote in France's general election first round, while the final seat distribution is uncertain due to varying constituency results.

French lawmakers vote to enshrine abortion in constitution DW 01/31/2024

France's lower house of parliament, the National Assembly, approved a bill enshrining a woman's right to abortion in the French Constitution.
The bill passed with overwhelming support, with nearly all members of Macron's coalition and left-wing opposition parties in favor of it.

OPINION: Barnier waits while the French parliament plays snakes and ladders

The National Assembly's chaotic budget debate highlights political divisions with negligible impact on France's financial future.
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Vietnam Revives Power-Sharing Arrangement With New President

Vietnam's National Assembly appointed Luong Cuong as president, maintaining the country's power-sharing structure among its leaders.

The Debate - Baptism of fire: New French prime minister faces farmers' protest

Gabriel Attal, the youngest head of government in two centuries, faced opposition in the National Assembly as he delivered his first general policy speech.
Attal is facing challenges from nationwide protests by agricultural workers, and is engaging in negotiations ahead of an EU summit.

French parliamentary elections begin in overseas territories DW 06/29/2024

French voters in Saint Pierre and Miquelon kicking off legislative elections ahead of mainland France.
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