The French Republic Gripped by Political Upheaval as Premier Departs
Good morning and welcome to the European live blog. All eyes today is on Paris, which has been plunged into political turmoil as the prime minister, Sébastien Lecornu, steps down after only weeks in the role.
France's head of state accepted his resignation this morning after the cabinet presented by the president the previous night was met with fierce criticism from all political sides.
The outgoing PM is expected to address the nation soon, so stay with us for all the developments.
The nation is experiencing a significant leadership transition as the prime minister resigns after a brief tenure.
Main Developments
- The premier has stepped down after less than a month in office.
- Macron confirmed the exit following backlash against the new cabinet.
- France's governance is now in a period of uncertainty as the country awaits the next steps.
Future Steps
The resignation brings a leadership gap at a pivotal moment for the French Republic, with the political landscape now facing uncertainty.
