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Video. France on edge as Macron faces backlash, Putin signals peace talks

Updated: 22/10/2026 - 8:52 GMT+2

France prepares for another weekend of protests as Macron faces criticism over his Gulf tour. Meanwhile, Putin signals readiness for Ukraine peace talks after meeting Steve Witkoff, and Hungary detains former central bank governor György Matolcsy over suspected fraud.

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