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EU and Member States Clash Over Mercosur Trade Deal
world2 months ago

EU and Member States Clash Over Mercosur Trade Deal

The EU-Mercosur trade deal, finalized after 25 years, faces potential delays or collapse due to opposition from France, Italy, and other EU countries, amid protests and concerns from farmers. German Chancellor Merz advocates for ratification, while French and Italian leaders express reservations, citing agricultural protections. Brazilian President Lula warns that if the deal isn't finalized soon, Brazil won't renegotiate during his tenure, emphasizing the geopolitical importance of the agreement. The deal aims to boost trade between the EU and Latin America but is hindered by internal political disagreements.

Widespread 'Block Everything' Protests Shake France
politics5 months ago

Widespread 'Block Everything' Protests Shake France

The article discusses the recent protests in France, highlighting a shift in social and political dynamics from urban centers (metropolia) to peripheral regions (Périphéria), emphasizing that genuine, serious social movements now originate from the dispossessed working and middle classes outside major cities, reflecting a broader geopolitical and cultural shift towards reindustrialization and multipolar power.

French Protests Escalate with Nearly 200 Arrests Amid Political Unrest
world5 months ago

French Protests Escalate with Nearly 200 Arrests Amid Political Unrest

French police arrested nearly 200 protesters during widespread 'Block Everything' demonstrations across France, which paralyzed transport and daily life in response to austerity measures and political dissatisfaction following the collapse of the government. The protests, driven by anger over economic policies and perceived political neglect, involved fires, barricades, and clashes with police, with significant public support and calls for political change.