The result gives Sébastien Lecornu, France’s prime minister, a reprieve after weeks of political turmoil. But he still has to get a budget passed by the end of the year.

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Sébastien Lecornu said the government was ready for “a new debate” on the issue, a major concession as he faces no-confidence votes that threaten to topple his government again this week.

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The move by Sébastien Lecornu was a major concession as he faced no-confidence votes that threatened to topple his government again this week.

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The president is refashioning his residence into a palace. Our democracy is now a members-only club.

The unsuccessful bid to put off the sanctions for six months over Iran’s nuclear program means they would go into effect early Sunday in Iran.

As the world’s powers turn away from the continent, Kwame Nkrumah’s vision for Africa may hold the key to realizing its potential today.