New French PM Under Intense Scrutiny as Countrywide Protests Disrupt Schools and Transport
The nation is bracing for one of the largest walkouts in years, triggering massive chaos throughout schools and transport networks. These protests are interpreted as a response to newly appointed PM Sébastien Lecornu, labor groups seek to influence his stance on planned budget cuts that could affect government services and salaries.
Approximately three-quarters of a million protesters are anticipated to join around 250 demonstrations countrywide, as per police estimates, with significant consequences on schooling, train and flights. As many as 80,000 police personnel have been mobilized amid concerns of potential unrest.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump is carrying on with his official trip to the UK, shifting from ceremonial events to policy discussions as he sits down with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the official country residence.
The pair are scheduled to conduct discussions and meet executives, among others. Attention will be on any significant updates emerging from their exchange.
Also, Germany’s Merz is set to travel to Spain’s capital for talks with Spain’s leader Pedro Sánchez.
Overall, Today, 18 September 2025, shapes up to be a particularly busy day in European political affairs.
