France braces for protests as Yellow Vests urge ‘mass disobedience’
Protests are expected across France as unions and student groups rally against rising living costs, joined by the Yellow Vests movement despite a ban in Paris.
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New Zealand vote still too close to call as results trickle in
The New Zealand election remains undecided as early results display no clear majority, with the campaign focused on economic challenges. Citizens continue to grapple with high costs and rising unemployment.
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Rubio will venture to France on first post-midterm foreign trip to face questions on Trump policies
Marco Rubio will attend a Group of 7 meeting in France, marking his first foreign trip after the midterms. The visit comes amid scrutiny of the Trump administration’s policies following Republican losses.
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Al-Zaidi targets ‘intermediary companies’ in defense industry contracts
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi has mandated the Defense Industries Commission to engage directly with manufacturing companies for defense contracts, aiming to eliminate intermediary firms that reportedly fund armed factions and contribute to corruption. This policy shift seeks greater transparency in government procurement and is part of Al-Zaidi's broader initiative to redefine the relationship between state institutions and armed groups, amidst rising tensions over the economic influence of these factions.