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2026

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Could France's cost-of-living wall outlast another government retreat?

French authorities report a record 8,000 detainees since September, but the numbers mask a deeper generational fracture. With 85% of arrests involving minors, t…

World Politics France

Rein Kaljumäe · Oct 18, 2026 • 08:38

When Austerity Hits the Classroom, Who Pays the Price?

Over 1,000 French schools faced disruption in 2026 as students and teachers revolted against severe budget cuts and crumbling infrastructure. With nearly 3,000 …

World Politics France

Inese Kalvane · Oct 02, 2026 • 17:04

Can the Ceuta border survive the end of summary pushbacks?

In July 2026, the Ceuta border crossing crisis reached a breaking point as 49,000 people entered the enclave in a single day. This collapse of local infrastruct…

World Politics Ceuta

Rein Kaljumäe · Jul 31, 2026 • 11:02