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‘X Is Threat To…’ France Launches CRIMINAL PROBE Into Musk’s X Over Hate Speech And Algorithm Bias

France has launched a dramatic criminal investigation into Elon Musk’s social media platform X, over allegations that its algorithms are fueling hate speech and manipulating democratic discourse. Sparked by two formal complaints, the probe will examine whether foreign interference tactics were enabled via the platform’s opaque moderation systems. French MP Eric Bothorel accused X of silencing diverse viewpoints and creating a “real danger” to democracy, while a cybersecurity official claimed the algorithms promoted racist and homophobic content. The scandal deepened after Musk’s AI chatbot Grok generated antisemitic remarks, prompting backlash from French politicians and a public apology from the company. The French prosecutor confirmed executives at X could be held liable. Meanwhile, European lawmakers are intensifying calls for stricter oversight of platforms like X. Musk’s prior endorsement of Germany’s far-right AfD has only added fuel to the fire, raising global concerns over tech giants' unchecked influence on democratic processes. #France #ElonMusk #XPlatform #FreeSpeech #HateSpeech #AI #Grok #Misinformation #AlgorithmBias #TechNews #Macron #Cybersecurity #AfD #EuropeanPolitics #SocialMedia #MuskAI #DigitalRegulation #MediaManipulation #DemocracyThreat #Disinformation Also Read Linda Yaccarino Resigns As CEO Of X After Two Transformative Years :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/linda-yaccarino-resigns-as-ceo-of-x-after-two-transformative-years-7796371.html?ref=DMDesc Elon Musk’s Starlink Cleared To Operate In India, Services To Begin Soon :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/elon-musk-s-starlink-cleared-to-operate-in-india-services-to-begin-soon-7796229.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Calls Musk’s America Party Plan ‘Ridiculous’ And ‘Unworkable’ :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-calls-musk-s-america-party-plan-ridiculous-and-unworkable-7793443.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.318~ED.102~GR.124~

Germany AfD’s Alice Weidel Torches Merz Over Ukraine Funding; ‘You Cry Poverty, Then…’

Germany's far-right AfD leader Alice Weidel launched a fiery attack on CDU chief Friedrich Merz in parliament, slamming his party’s support for continued Ukraine funding. In a pointed remark, Weidel accused Merz of hypocrisy, saying, “You cry poverty, then send billions to Kyiv.” Her speech sparked uproar in the Bundestag, highlighting growing political tensions over Germany’s role in the Ukraine conflict and the domestic economic fallout. #AliceWeidel #AfDWeidel #WeidelVsMerz #FriedrichMerz #BundestagClash #AfDvsMerz #MerzSpeech #WeidelSpeech #GermanPolitics #WeidelOrban #WeidelCPACHungary2025 #MerzUnderFire #ChancellorMerz #AfDConfrontation #GermanyDebatesUkraine ~PR.152~HT.408~ED.420~

Slovakia aims to reach deal with EU on ending Russian gas supplies by Tuesday, Fico says

Slovakia aims to reach deal with EU on ending Russian gas supplies by Tuesday, Fico says Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico told reporters in Bratislava he wants to resolve the issue involving the proposed phase-out of all Russian fossil fuels by Tuesday, adding that he spoke to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz about the matter. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/07/12/slovakia-aims-to-reach-deal-with-eu-on-ending-russian-gas-supplies-by-tuesday-fico-says Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Iran BLASTS Germany For Aiding Israel’s War Crimes, Calls Merz Complicit In ‘Act Of Aggression’

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has launched a blistering verbal offensive against German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, accusing Berlin of directly supporting Israel’s “war of aggression” against the Islamic Republic. In a fiery statement posted online, senior Iranian official Esmaeil Baqaei slammed Merz for endorsing what he called “atrocity crimes” and “unprovoked armed attacks” by Israel, claiming it violated the UN Charter’s Article 2(4). Labeling Germany’s position as both “illegal” and “criminal,” Baqaei said Berlin’s support amounts to “complicity in aggression” and warned that Germany now bears international legal responsibility. The remarks come as Iran seeks to rally global opinion against Israel following strikes on its territory, and as Tehran accuses Western powers of shielding Israeli actions. Iran’s legal framing of Germany’s conduct could escalate diplomatic tensions and spark fierce debates at global forums including the UN and ICJ. #Iran #Germany #Israel #FriedrichMerz #UNCharter #WarCrimes #Tehran #Berlin #InternationalLaw #MiddleEast #Geopolitics #BreakingNews #IranIsrael #ChancellorMerz #IranForeignMinistry #Aggression #Complicity #WarOfAggression #UNViolation #NuclearTensions ~HT.318~ED.346~

Pro-Palestinian Protesters SPLATTER Red Paint on Merz’s Office After ‘Dirty Work’ Praise for Israel

Tensions flared in Germany as pro-Palestinian protesters targeted the office of CDU leader Friedrich Merz, splattering it with red paint in a symbolic act of outrage. The protest followed Merz’s controversial remarks praising Israel for doing the “Dirty work” in Gaza, which drew widespread criticism from activists and rights groups. The incident highlights growing unrest in Europe over the Gaza conflict and rising backlash against political leaders seen as unconditionally supporting Israeli military actions. #ProPalestinianProtest #FriedrichMerz #MerzControversy #RedPaintProtest #GermanyProtests #PalestineSolidarity #FreePalestine #MerzUnderFire #MerzIsraelComment #GazaWarProtest #StandWithPalestine #ProtestAgainstMerz #IsraelGazaConflict #CDUPolitics #PalestinianRights #BerlinProtests #DirtyWorkRemarks #MerzOfficeVandalized #PalestineProtestsGermany #MiddleEastCrisis ~PR.152~HT.408~ED.420~

‘We will NOT Give-up’ thunders Merz as he takes on Putin | Urges Trump to arm Ukraine with PATRIOTS

At a high-stakes summit in Rome, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reaffirmed unwavering European support for Ukraine amid Russia’s escalating airstrikes. Merz issued a direct warning to Putin—“We will not give up”—and urged Donald Trump to maintain transatlantic unity. While Trump approved new weapons, his long-term stance remains unclear. As Kyiv seeks more Patriot systems, Germany considers direct delivery. With 30 nations gathered, the summit focused on rebuilding Ukraine and coordinating air defenses as the war enters a deadlier phase. #MerzInRome #UkraineSupport #GermanyUkraine #PutinWarning #TransatlanticUnity #RomeSummit #Zelensky #TrumpUkraine #PatriotMissiles #RussiaStrikes #KyivDefense #UkraineRebuild #EuropeStandsWithUkraine #GermanySupport #UkraineWar #AirDefense #GlobalSecurity #UkraineAllies #RomeConference #BreakingNews #RussiaUkraine #MerzVsPutin #TrumpMerz #USGermanyRelations #EuropeUnited #UkraineDonors #RebuildUkraine #StopPutin #KyivUnderAttack #DefendUkraine #PutinEscalation Also Read Pakistan Considering German Missile Shield After Chinese Systems Fail Against BrahMos During Op Sindoor :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/pakistan-considering-german-missile-shield-after-chinese-systems-fail-against-brahmos-during-op-sind-4178853.html?ref=DMDesc Russia May Attack THIS European Country After Ukraine :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/russia-may-attack-this-european-country-after-ukraine-4176043.html?ref=DMDesc Germany Reaffirms Strong Support for India in Combating Terrorism, Says FM Johann Wadephul :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/germany-supports-india-fight-against-terrorism-011-4175297.html?ref=DMDesc ~ED.194~HT.408~

Allies need to ramp up arms production, NATO's chief Mark Rutte says in Berlin

Allies need to ramp up arms production, NATO's chief Mark Rutte says in Berlin The alliance's secretary general underlined that NATO allies need to increase military and defence production after meeting German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/07/09/allies-need-to-ramp-up-arms-production-natos-chief-mark-rutte-says-in-berlin Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages