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Defiant Macron seeks new French PM and way out of crisis


Published on 2024-12-06 08:01:47 - MSN
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  • President Emmanuel Macron on Friday was holding talks with French political leaders on the left and right as he seeks to name a new prime minister and find a way out of France's political crisis. Macron adopted a defiant tone in an address to the nation late Thursday,

French President Emmanuel Macron is actively seeking a new prime minister following the resignation of Elisabeth Borne, as he navigates through a political crisis exacerbated by recent European Parliament elections where his centrist alliance underperformed. Amidst this, Macron is attempting to form a broad coalition to counter the rising influence of the far-right National Rally, led by Marine Le Pen, which has gained significant ground. His strategy includes appointing a prime minister who can appeal to both the left and the right, aiming to stabilize his government and address the public's growing discontent with his leadership. This move comes at a critical time as France faces not only domestic political turmoil but also the need to maintain its influence in European and global politics.

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