Voting under way in French second-round parliamentary election. Surge in support for left-wing alliance threatens President Emmanuel Macron’s hopes. He is facing challenge from NUPES led by former Socialist Jean-Luc Melenchon. The French president is hoping for an outright majority in order to push through tough reforms. In France, voting for the high-stakes second-round parliamentary … Read more
Jordan’s King Abdullah II discussed the situation in the Palestinian territories with French President Emmanuel Macron. The two also discussed ways to expand bilateral cooperation, especially in areas of food security and regional development. Abbas briefed him on the ongoing Israeli escalations against the Palestinian people, particularly in Jerusalem. Jordan’s King Abdullah II on Saturday … Read more
President Emmanuel Macron vowed Thursday France would work towards a strong and “sovereign” European Union (EU) when it takes over the bloc’s rotating presidency that coincides with France’s presidential election. Macron, a centrist who portrays himself as a champion of democracy against populism, may aim to use the six-month EU mandate to fill the gap … Read more
