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The front page of Il Post focuses heavily on the results of the US midterm elections and their implications for Donald Trump, with additional international news including a general strike in France, developments in Indonesia, and the death of a German politician. There are also domestic Italian…

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US Elections: What Happens Next? ↗

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With a Democratic majority in Congress, Donald Trump's final two years in office will be more complex, involving investigations, appointment vetoes, and budget negotiations.

General Strike in France Amidst Protests ↗

A general strike is underway in France, following three Saturdays of protests; unions are contesting, among other things, the budget law, which was announced before the cost-of-living demonstrations.

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