France's new government is said to lean to the right
France's Prime Minister Michel Barnier is trying to put an end to months of political deadlock by presenting a proposal for a new government.
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Heavyweight EU Commissioner Resigns in Protest
The EU Commission's President Ursula von der Leyen receives scathing criticism from French Thierry Breton, who is leaving the Commission with immediate effect. "Questionable leadership", Breton fumes – to be replaced by outgoing Foreign Minister Stephane Séjourné.
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The EU historically weak as heavyweights are in crisis
Crisis in Berlin and crisis in Paris create a crisis for Brussels as well. Weak and unpopular governments in both Germany and France are causing the EU to stall.
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Macron's unexpected move - a lost cause in the lower house?
France's President Emmanuel Macron has appointed EU and Brexit veteran Michel Barnier as the new French Prime Minister. The announcement comes after two months of deadlock. However, the left is ruling out the new government's chances of being approved by the lower house.
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