The French Republic Gripped by Governmental Crisis as Premier Departs
Good morning and follow along with Europe’s live blog. All eyes today is on France, which has been thrown into governmental crisis as the head of government, France's leader, resigns after less than a month in the role.
The President approved his departure this morning after the ministerial team the president announced the previous night was met with fierce criticism throughout the political landscape.
The outgoing PM is due to speak shortly, so keep following for the latest news.
The nation is experiencing a significant leadership transition as the head of government departs after only a short time in office.
Main Developments
- France's PM has stepped down after under 30 days in office.
- The French President confirmed the exit following opposition to the ministerial lineup.
- The government is now in a state of flux as France awaits additional updates.
Looking Ahead
This departure creates a power vacuum at a crucial juncture for the nation, with the governmental framework now facing uncertainty.