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Macron called the US-Russia diesel deal a 'negative signal' and urged the EU to seek new sources of budget revenue

French President Emmanuel Macron, after a European Council meeting, said that Trump's lifting of sanctions on Russian diesel will not affect global prices and 'sends a negative signal.' He also called for calm amid student protests in France, demanded progress on the EU budget's own resources, and expressed solidarity with Spain over Ceuta.

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Macron says French schoolchildren's anger is being politically exploited as country prepares for October 17 protests

High school student protests continue in France: more than 6,800 people have been detained, 86% of them minors, and the IGPN has opened 36 investigations. The government announced measures, including 3,000 substitute teachers and an additional €1 billion education budget, but student unions consider them insufficient. A nationwide action against the rising cost of living is planned for October 17.

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Louvre Director: Without Major Renovation the Museum May Close to Visitors

Louvre director Christophe Leribault said the museum needs a major renovation and without it may 'close its doors to the public'. He is seeking private funding but also counts on state money after the elections. A year after the robbery that took crown jewels worth €88 million, an €83 million security plan is underway, while the 'Louvre — New Renaissance' project is estimated at €700–800 million.

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