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The leader of the exiled Iranian Kurdish opposition party has condemned Iran’s leaders as “butchers” and described current attempts at military weakening of the regime as supportive. Mohtadi emphasised that any regime change should come from the Iranian people themselves, criticising Europe’s “policy of appeasement” towards Tehran.
An English-speaking robber wielding a machete was laughed out of La Barraca de la Abuela bar in Malaga as staff mistook his hold-up for a prank. They later realised the gravity of the situation when he attempted another robbery. He has since been arrested.
The Iraqi Interior Ministry has confirmed the kidnapping of American journalist Shelly Kittleson in Baghdad. Abducted by armed men, efforts are underway to locate her amid concerns of involvement from pro-Iranian militias. The United States is collaborating with Iraqi authorities for her release.
Several political stories dominate the bloc’s news today. The ongoing crisis facing the French government leads most websites. France is grappling with a mounting fiscal crisis, with government debt levels and budgetary constraints pushing the country into uncharted territory. PM Michel Barnier’s choice to force through the budget was always going to be an issue, and amid the turmoil far-right leader Marine Le Pen has emerged as a key figure capable of stabilising the political landscape.
France’s financial struggles carry significant implications for the EU. France’s inability to adhere to fiscal targets undermines broader EU economic stability.
The results of Ireland’s snap general election are expected to be tight as counting continues and no clear winner has emerged.
Georgia is in its fourth night of protesting as the country finds itself at a crossroads. The government’s push for a “Brexit-like” mandate clashes with growing demands from a minority faction advocating for closer ties with the European Union.
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France’s Prime Minister Michel Barnier faced an abrupt end to his premiership on Monday, December 2, after opposition parties said they would back a no-confidence motion against his government after only three months in power.
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