French PM Confronts Strikes and Budget Crisis Amid Political Turmoil
TL;DR
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu faces massive protests and strikes across key sectors as he seeks support from the Socialists to pass a new budget amid widespread discontent and political instability, with demands including higher taxes on the wealthy and increased social investment.
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