Tag: European Union

Michel Barnier’s Fall from Power: A Historic No-Confidence Vote in France

Manish Kumar

A Seasoned Politician’s Brief Tenure Michel Barnier, a seasoned statesman with decades of political experience, was expected to bring stability and reform to France when President Emmanuel Macron appointed him as Prime Minister in September 2024. Known for his composed demeanor and lauded internationally for negotiating Brexit on behalf of the European Union, Barnier’s reputation as a calm and capable leader preceded him. However, his tenure as PM lasted a mere 91 days, ending abruptly with a historic no-confidence vote. This development not only marked Barnier as the shortest-serving Prime…

Global Leaders Respond to Iran’s Missile Attack on Israel, Urge De-escalation

Manish Kumar

On Tuesday, Iran launched over 200 missiles toward Israel in a retaliatory strike following the deaths of key figures Ismail Haniyeh and Hassan Nasrallah. The attack resulted in the deaths of at least eight people and heightened fears of a full-scale conflict in the Middle East. Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vowed that the resistance against Israel would grow stronger. Meanwhile, Israel, under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, pledged to strike back with even greater force. World leaders quickly reacted to the attack, with many condemning the escalation and urging…