France Facing Governmental Crisis as PM Resigns
Welcome and welcome to the European ongoing coverage. All eyes today are on France, which has been entering a state of political turmoil as the prime minister, Sébastien Lecornu, resigns after only weeks in the role.
Emmanuel Macron accepted his resignation earlier today after the government lineup the president announced the previous night was met with strong opposition from all political sides.
The departing premier is expected to address the nation soon, so keep following for all the developments.
The French Republic is undergoing a significant governmental change as the head of government steps down after only a short time in office.
Key Points
- France's PM has resigned after less than a month in office.
- The French President approved the departure following backlash against the ministerial lineup.
- The government is now in a period of uncertainty as the country awaits further developments.
What Happens Next?
The resignation creates a power vacuum at a critical time for France, with the leadership structure now facing uncertainty.