France
Nigeriens face harsh sanctions as former European colonial powers punish coup leaders
August 1, 2023Niger is already the world’s third-poorest country, but the economic situation is about to get a lot worse.
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France erupts in protest after police kill 17-year-old during a traffic stop
June 29, 2023“Nahel” was killed on Tuesday; his murder has set off nationwide unrest.
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In ‘The Revolutionists,’ a play of ideas, four women challenge the French Revolution
June 8, 2023This adventure of words, ideas, high-flown principles—how they are conceived and how they are so horribly abused—makes for a fascinating outing at the theatre.
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French Communist Party leads workers in march on Macron’s palace over retirement scheme
April 5, 2023PCF leader Fabien Roussel demands the president “respect the people.”
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French Communist leader refuses to meet Macron’s PM until pension scheme withdrawn
April 3, 2023Fabien Roussel not only opposes plans to raise the retirement age from 62 to 64, he actually says it should be lowered to 60.
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