Politics
French premier denounces 'cynicism' of certain political parties over budget talks in parliament
'Certain political parties and some presidential candidates fundamentally believe that the compromise is not compatible with their own electoral strategy,' Lecornu says
French premier denounces 'cynicism' of certain political parties over budget talks in parliament
'Certain political parties and some presidential candidates fundamentally believe that the compromise is not compatible with their own electoral strategy,' Lecornu says
South Korea's ruling party urges North Korea to accept offer for military talks
Seoul earlier proposed holding military talks with Pyongyang on how to clarify Military Demarcation Line
Chinese, Japanese officials hold talks in Beijing amid tensions over Taiwan
Beijing, Tokyo lodge reciprocal protests as senior officials meet in Beijing
Iraq election commission says objections will not affect preliminary results
Legal adviser says once commission certifies final results, door will open for appeals
Rutte says NATO responded quickly, decisively to 'Russia's airspace violations'
Alliance chief argues exercises, foreign troops on eastern flank send 'strong signal to any adversary'
Iraq begins vote counting after parliamentary elections
Voter turnout exceeds 55% of eligible voters, electoral commission says
