France Gripped by Political Upheaval as Prime Minister Steps Down
Good morning and join us for Europe’s real-time updates. The focus is squarely this morning are on the French government, which has been thrown into political instability as the head of government, Sébastien Lecornu, steps down after under a month in the role.
Emmanuel Macron approved his departure this morning after the government lineup unveiled by Macron Sunday evening was met with fierce criticism throughout the political landscape.
The outgoing PM is due to speak shortly, so remain tuned for the latest news.
France is undergoing a significant political shift as its premier steps down after a brief tenure.
Key Points
- France's PM has departed after under 30 days in office.
- President Emmanuel Macron accepted the resignation following opposition to the ministerial lineup.
- The political situation is now in a period of uncertainty as the country awaits the next steps.
Looking Ahead
The resignation creates a leadership gap at a critical time for the French Republic, with the leadership structure now undergoing reassessment.
