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Emmanuel Macron a chastened and greatly weakened leader

On the night in April when Emmanuel Macron won his re-election victory, everyone noticed the strange, subdued atmosphere that seemed to surround him.

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A social media murder: Olly’s story

It was only after Olly Stephens was murdered, in a field outside his home in Reading, that his mum and dad realised the violent and disturbing world… Read more

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Ukraine warns of war: Kyiv warns of Russian escalation during EU bid

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned Russia will intensify its attacks on his country in the coming days, as Kyiv awaits news on its… Read more

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Gustavo Petro: Leftist ex-rebel wins Colombia's presidential election

Gustavo Petro, the leftist former mayor of Bogota and ex-rebel fighter, has been declared the winner of Colombia's presidential election.

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Ukraine war could last for years, warns Nato chief

The West must prepare to continue supporting Ukraine in a war lasting for years, Nato's chief has warned.

Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg… Read more

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French elections: Macron loses majority as French vote fragments

Less than two months after he was re-elected president, Emmanuel Macron has lost control of the French National Assembly following a strong performance… Read more

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Workers take to London's streets amid cost of living crisis

Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets of London to demand action from the government on the cost of living crisis.

Workers marched… Read more

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Rail strikes will punish innocent people, transport secretary warns

A series of strikes set to hit the rail network next week will "punish millions of innocent people", Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has said.

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