AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoStudent Protests Turn Violent: France’s nationwide school unrest continues with hundreds of lycées closed and clashes with police, including a 15-year-old in Lens whose hand was blown off; officials say his life isn’t in danger, while reports dispute whether he picked up a police sting-ball grenade. Human Rights Pressure: Amnesty International urges authorities to de-escalate and stop disproportionate force, citing tear gas, rubber bullets, and injuries. EU Trade Push: Macron and Germany’s Merz back a faster EU “rapid response” tool to counter trade aggression and market distortions, with China likely in focus. Ukraine Defense Cooperation: Zelenskyy says Ukrainian pilots will soon train in France on Rafale jets, as both sides work on local missile and bomb production. Markets Watch: The euro slid to a 17-month low as investors fret over France’s debt and bond sell-offs. Business Deal: Schneider Electric agreed to buy US software firm PTC in a roughly $22.6B deal. Sports—Nations League: France host Belgium at the Stade de France with top spot at stake after a 1-1 draw with Italy.
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