The French Republic In the Midst of Political Turmoil as PM Resigns
Greetings and join us for Europe’s live blog. All eyes today is on the French government, which has been plunged into political turmoil as the head of government, the PM, resigns after under a month in the role.
France's head of state confirmed his exit on Monday after the cabinet presented by the president the previous night was met with intense backlash across the political spectrum.
The outgoing PM is expected to address the nation soon, so remain tuned for every update.
France is experiencing a major leadership transition as the prime minister steps down after a brief tenure.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has departed after under 30 days in office.
- Macron confirmed the exit following criticism of the new cabinet.
- The political situation is now in a state of flux as the country awaits additional updates.
Future Steps
The resignation introduces a power vacuum at a crucial juncture for the French Republic, with the political landscape now facing uncertainty.
