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Emmanuel Macron's En Marche wins absolute majority in French Parliament

French president Emmanuel Macron's centrist party swept to a large majority in parliamentary elections, although it fell short of a predicted landslide

Spain misses deadline to form new government, June election set

Spain has missed the deadline for its politicians to form a new government following inconclusive elections held 20 December so King Felipe VI must now dissolve parliament before a new election on 20 June.

Ahead of national elections, weariness and hope divide Spain's residents

There are deep divisions among voters about their country and its economic fortunes as it approaches a crucial ballot that will decide whether the government will stay conservative, head toward the center or veer sharply left.

Coalition hopes in doubt as Greek parties meet

Chances of clinching a coalition deal are slim and the president will ask all political leaders to make one final effort before new elections are called.