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POLITICSOct 13France: Student protesters want to 'keep the pressure up on the government'Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Paris on Tuesday in support of high school students protesting poor classroom conditions. The mobilisation brought together not only students but also teachers, unions, political figures and activists, including Greta Thunberg, from across the country. Protesters say they want to maintain pressure on the French government, insisting their demands remain unmet. FRANCE 24's Claire Paccalin has the latest from the demonstration in Paris.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 13Spain’s King Felipe makes first visit to Ceuta amid migrant crisisSpain’s King Felipe is visiting Ceuta for the first time in his reign, amid an ongoing migration crisis there.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 13US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoye resigns amid misconduct allegationsKimberly Guilfoyle has resigned as US ambassador to Greece. President Trump previously said he was unhappy with her amid reports of a bribery scandal and ethics violations.dw · germany
POLITICSOct 13US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoye resigns amid misconduct allegationsKimberly Guilfoyle has resigned as US ambassador to Greece. President Trump previously said he was unhappy with her amid reports of a bribery scandal and ethics violations.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 13U.K. and Europe Recoil From Trump’s Diesel Deal With PutinShocked by the U.S. agreement with Russia, which Ukraine has called “a gift” to President Putin, officials in Europe have coalesced around a cautious diplomatic message.NYT World
POLITICSOct 13Restoration of jumbo passage in Idukki: DCC president locks horns with Chief MinisterThe District Congress Committee (DCC) president is in conflict with the Chief Minister over the restoration of a jumbo passage in Idukki. This indicates a political dispute regarding an infrastructure or environmental project.The Hindu
POLITICSOct 13France votes on sexual violence billFrance’s National Assembly is set to vote on a comprehensive bill to tackle sexual and gender-based violence. The proposed legislation would create specialised police units to investigate sexual crimes, broaden the definition of incest, and introduce penalties for stalking and sending unsolicited explicit images. It also includes school interviews aimed at detecting abuse and violence. If adopted, the law would come into force in 2032. While the bill has broad political support, some NGOs have expressed disappointment with the final draft, arguing that key measures have been weakened or removeFrance 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 13Belgium: Greener schools thanks to European funding🇧🇪 In Ganshoren, in Belgium, a new school replaces run-down buildings. But the need for renovations remains enormous.👉🏻 Find the whole reporting on France 24 English.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 13France prepares for rocky budget debate as Socialists vow to fightFrench Socialist MPs planned Tuesday to reject the government's first 2027 budget proposal at the opening of debates in the Assemblée Nationale. The government called on its opponents not to derail efforts as it treads a fine line between reassuring debt markets and containing anger over spending cuts.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSOct 13Bruno Retailleau tempers on nuclear revivalThe LR presidential candidate prefers fourth-generation reactors, he declared at POLITICO's competitiveness summit.Politico Europe
POLITICSOct 13Ceuta crowds affirm Spanish identity during royal visitKing Felipe VI and Queen Letizia received a rapturous welcome in Ceuta on Tuesday, 13 October, as they began their first visit to the Spanish North African territory since 2007.Africanews [en]
POLITICSOct 13Ceuta crowds affirm Spanish identity during royal visitKing Felipe VI and Queen Letizia received a rapturous welcome in Ceuta on Tuesday, 13 October, as they began their first visit to the Spanish North African territory since 2007.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSOct 13Spanish royals visit crisis-hit Ceuta amid diplomatic tensionsSpain’s King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia visited Ceuta for the first time since 2007, amid tensions with Morocco following July’s migration crisis, when more than 70,000 people crossed into the Spanish enclave. Most returned to Morocco, but thousands remained, and dozens died. Morocco claims sovereignty over Ceuta, making the royal visit diplomatically sensitive. FRANCE 24's Sarah Morris has more from Madrid.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 13Trump’s use of Russian diesel fuel, at Ukraine’s expense, sparks controversy in the USDonald Trump’s plan to import Russian diesel despite Western sanctions has sparked fierce criticism in Washington, including from Republicans, as high fuel prices and the upcoming midterm elections put pressure on his administration. His approach to the Ukraine war has also drawn controversy, with calls for Kyiv to hold elections and claims of an energy ceasefire announced without clear agreement from the parties involved. FRANCE 24's Douglas Herbert has the analysis.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 13France intercepts Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tanker in operation off Réunion IslandFrance’s navy has boarded an oil tanker suspected of helping Russia evade Western sanctions in an operation hundreds of kilometres south of the French Indian Ocean territory of Réunion Island.RFI [en]
POLITICSBREAKINGOct 13Breaking: Appeal Court bars UN rapporteurs, Columbia University from SERAP vs DSS caseCourt of Appeal in Abuja has barred United Nations Special Rapporteurs and Columbia University from participating in the case involving the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) and the Department of State Services (DSS). The appellate court also reserved judgment in SERAP’s appeal against a N100 million defamation judgment awarded against the organisation by the Federal Capital Territory High Court. The post Breaking: Appeal Court bars UN rapporteurs, Columbia University from SERAP vs DSS case appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 13Trump’s diesel deal opens a new rift with Europe over UkraineTrump calls for Zelenskyy to be replaced, while Europe devotes summit to funding Ukraine.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 13Jeanne Robles, naturalized by the ‘grandchildren's law’: “I am willing to do anything to recover the vote”La joven, que recopiló toda la información sobre su abuelo exiliado, inicia una carrera contrarreloj para personarse ante el Tribunal Supremo y defender su derechoEl País
POLITICSOct 13In France, new day of demonstrations against learning conditions, teaching gapsFrench students are protesting overcrowded classes and timetables, teacher shortages, and calling for reforms or the abolition of Parcoursup, the university admissions platform. Although school blockades have declined, incidents continue around some high schools. A demonstration has now started in Paris, from Place d’Italie towards Les Invalides, as Claire Paccalin reports from the scene.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 13Greta Thunberg says French students are being “robbed” amid nationwide protClimate activist Greta Thunberg has joined demonstrating high school students in France as protests continue to grow.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 13Nord Stream: Trial of Ukrainian attack suspect begins in GermanyA Ukrainian citizen faces court in Hamburg, accused of attacking the Nord Stream gas pipelines in 2022. It raises questions about Kyiv's possible role in the explosions. German support for Ukraine is also under scrutiny.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 13Early release for up to 47 prisoners from HMP Five Wells WellingboroughUp to 47 prisoners were freed early today (Tuesday) from HMP Five Wells in Wellingborough, the second tranche this month, as part of the government's plan to tackle overcrowding.northantstelegraph_uk · united kingdom
POLITICSOct 13Greece announces 30% increase in heating allowanceThe government will raise the heating allowance by 30% and subsidise heating oil at the pump to help households cope with rising energy prices.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSOct 13PP and UPN recover their alliance in Navarra to challenge PSOE for victory on November 29 and eliminate its path to incorporation into EuskadiEl pacto incluuye el compromiso para eliminar la vía excepcional que contempla la Constitución para la anexión de Navarra a Euskadi. LeerEl Mundo