Macron's Reforms Tested by Military Resignation

Macron's Reforms Tested by Military Resignation

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The video discusses the resignation of General Pierre Davies, the head of France's military, due to defense budget cuts. The French government announced €4.5 billion in public spending cuts, including €850 million for the military. This led to a public dispute when General Devillier stated he couldn't protect France with these cuts. The situation escalated when President Macron publicly reprimanded the general, emphasizing his role as the ultimate chief of command, which was seen as a humiliation for the military.

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What specific budget cuts were made for the military as part of the public spending cuts?

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What was the reaction of the military to President Macron's reprimand of General Devillier?

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