French Political Drama: Macron's Dilemmas Unfold

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu resigned after appointing a new cabinet, plunging France into a political crisis. President Macron faces tough choices: appoint a new PM, call elections, or resign. France's budget crisis exacerbates the situation, while the race to succeed Macron adds to the instability.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Paris | Updated: 06-10-2025 15:02 IST | Created: 06-10-2025 15:02 IST
French Political Drama: Macron's Dilemmas Unfold
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In a dramatic turn of events, French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu resigned on Monday, mere hours after announcing his new cabinet, marking another phase in France's persistent political crisis since 2022.

French President Emmanuel Macron finds himself at a crossroads with limited options: appoint another prime minister, dissolve parliament and gamble on fresh elections, or resign — each choice fraught with potential consequences for the future of his leadership.

France's burgeoning budget crisis, alongside the looming presidential succession race, complicates the scenario, creating a volatile political landscape and leaving Macron with little room to maneuver.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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