Hollande Signals Security Measures Will Swell Deficit

Hollande Signals Security Measures Will Swell Deficit

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The transcript discusses French airstrikes in Syria, supported by the US, targeting IS command centers. It highlights the ongoing investigations in France and Belgium following recent attacks, with a focus on the manhunt for Saleh. French President Francois Hollande's speech in Parliament is covered, emphasizing his call for a unified coalition against IS and the extension of the state of emergency in France. The speech also outlines increased security measures and a commitment to spending on security services, despite budget concerns.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary target of the French military strikes in Syria?

The northern Syrian town of Raqqa

The southern Syrian town of Daraa

The western Syrian town of Latakia

The eastern Syrian town of Deir ez-Zor

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Which countries were involved in providing targeting information for the French strikes?

Germany

United Kingdom

Russia

United States

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the attacks that are being investigated originate?

Germany

France

Belgium

Syria

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key goals of President Hollande's speech in Parliament?

To form a single coalition against IS

To withdraw French troops from Syria

To reduce military spending

To increase trade with Russia

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change did President Hollande propose in his speech?

Cutting down on police presence

Extending the state of emergency for three months

Increasing taxes

Reducing the state of emergency