Government Crisis
Oppositions remain inflexible after Lecornu's intervention
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Resigned Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu concluded his negotiations with political forces in an interview on France 2 on October 8, 2025, stating an absolute majority exists in the Assembly to avoid dissolution. Left-wing and far-right oppositions rejected his proposals, demanding an early presidential election or new dissolution. Republicans, internally divided, refuse to join a left or Macronist government.
Sébastien Lecornu renounces article 49.3 and suspends retirement reform
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French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu announced on October 14 the renunciation of article 49.3 and the suspension of the retirement reform until 2027. This decision aims to ease tensions with the Socialist Party and avoid a motion of censure. It comes amid a political crisis marked by unstable governments since 2022.
France Government Faces Collapse
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The French government is on the brink of collapse following protests over the appointment of a new prime minister. Political instability has led to calls for early elections. Opposition leaders are demanding reforms to address public grievances.