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More than 3,500 film professionals, including stars like Javier Bardem and Juliette Binoche, signed a petition protesting Vincent Bolloré’s influence in France’s cinema industry. In response, Canal+ CEO Maxime Saada threatened to end collaborations with signatories, raising concerns over freedom of speech and workplace discrimination.

EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING

This morning, European Commissioner Hadja Lahbib affirmed the European Commission’s commitment to address tensions in the Middle East and enhance repatriation efforts for stranded Europeans. The EU Civil Protection Mechanism has been activated for this purpose.

EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING

France is set to oppose a European Commission proposal to use only English versions of trade agreements during ratification discussions, a move some member states support. This decision follows concerns regarding transparency and language rights.

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