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French President Macron faces a political crisis as his government is expected to fall after a parliamentary confidence vote, with potential successors like Lecornu and Darmanin considered unlikely to resolve the ongoing budget and governance impasse, raising fears of protests, social unrest, and a possible election that could further complicate Macron's presidency.
Slovenia's parliament voted overwhelmingly to recognize a Palestinian state, joining Spain, Norway, and Ireland in recent recognitions. The decision, endorsed by Slovenia's government, reflects a belief in a two-state solution for lasting peace in the Middle East. The move was opposed by Slovenia's main opposition party but ultimately passed without opposition in the 90-seat parliament. This recognition comes amid ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.
Greece is on the verge of legalizing same-sex marriage, with a parliamentary vote scheduled for this week. The bill, introduced by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, faces opposition from members of his own party and the powerful Greek Orthodox Church. If passed, Greece would become the first Christian Orthodox-majority country in Europe to have marriage equality. Same-sex couples would also be allowed to adopt children, but surrogacy would remain restricted to heterosexual couples. The proposed legislation has sparked a societal divide, with supporters advocating for equal rights and opponents expressing concerns about traditional family values.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez narrowly avoided a triple parliamentary defeat as his coalition government managed to secure approval for anti-inflationary measures and changes to judiciary and civil service management, but failed to pass an increase in unemployment benefits due to opposition from Catalan allies and far-left Podemos. The abstention of the pro-independence Catalan Junts party and the fragility of the government's majority underscored doubts about the stability of Sánchez's administration, with criticism mounting over his reliance on Junts and their demands.
Rishi Sunak, the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, has secured a win in a parliamentary vote on the controversial Rwanda bill, avoiding a potentially crushing defeat. However, the Conservative Party remains divided on the issue, with factions on the right threatening to vote against the bill if it is not amended. While Sunak can celebrate this victory, the battle is far from over, and the possibility of a spring election looms as the party grapples with internal divisions.
The UK government has narrowly won the vote on its Rwanda bill, avoiding a defeat at the bill's second reading stage. The bill, which aims to address immigration and asylum issues, received support from Conservative MPs, while opposition parties like Labour, SNP, and Lib Dems voted against it. However, there were a significant number of abstentions, indicating potential divisions within the Conservative party. The bill will now proceed to further scrutiny and potential amendments in January.
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces a crucial week as he appears before a COVID-19 inquiry and seeks to win a parliamentary vote on his plan to revive a policy to send asylum seekers to Rwanda. The proposed legislation has divided his Conservative Party, with moderate politicians concerned about human rights obligations and right-wing lawmakers wanting a more aggressive approach. The policy has become a defining issue for Sunak's government, despite being ruled unlawful by the Supreme Court. If he loses the vote, Sunak's authority will be weakened, but a snap election is not currently being considered.
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has returned to Thailand after 15 years of self-exile, amidst a politically divided landscape. Thaksin, a controversial figure known for his populist policies, was ousted in a military coup in 2006 and fled the country in 2008 following a corruption conviction. His return coincides with an expected parliamentary vote for a new prime minister, as the country's political elites seek to break a deadlock after recent elections. Thaksin's comeback adds uncertainty to an already febrile political atmosphere, with progressive parties and their young support base potentially mobilizing in opposition to a coalition deal struck with military-backed rivals.
Conservative MPs are divided over whether to approve a report condemning Boris Johnson for misleading Parliament over Covid rule-breaking. The former PM has branded the Privileges Committee's findings "deranged" - and his most loyal supporters are set to vote against it. But other Tory MPs are torn about what to do, as Mr Johnson remains popular with many party members. MPs will get the chance to approve or reject its recommendations on Monday.