The French Republic Facing Political Upheaval as Premier Departs
Greetings and welcome to Europe’s ongoing coverage. The focus is squarely today are on Paris, which has been entering a state of political turmoil as the premier, France's leader, steps down after under a month in the role.
Emmanuel Macron accepted his resignation this morning after the government lineup unveiled by Macron the previous night was met with strong opposition across the political spectrum.
The departing premier is due to speak shortly, so remain tuned for every update.
France is undergoing a notable governmental change as the head of government resigns after less than a month.
Key Points
- The premier has resigned after under 30 days in office.
- President Emmanuel Macron accepted the resignation following opposition to the new cabinet.
- The government is now in a period of uncertainty as the country awaits additional updates.
Future Steps
This departure brings a power vacuum at a pivotal moment for France, with the political landscape now in question.
