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Republicans Resist Joining Lecornu’s New Government Amid Political Tensions
The Republicans oppose participation in Sébastien Lecornu's government amidst political instability and pension reform tensions.
Macron’s Political Maneuvering: Lecornu Reappointed Amid Threat of National Assembly Dissolution
Emmanuel Macron reappoints Sébastien Lecornu as Prime Minister amid heated parliamentary tensions and the looming threat of assembly dissolution.
Sébastien Lecornu Reappointed Amidst Doubts Over Government Stability and Party Participation
Sébastien Lecornu's reappointment as Prime Minister encounters skepticism from political parties and key figures wary of government stability and participation amid pension reform tensions.
Political Reactions to Sébastien Lecornu's Reappointment Highlight Deep Divisions
Sébastien Lecornu's reappointment as France's Prime Minister triggers sharp political divisions, with strong opposition censure threats and partial support from Les Républicains.
Macron Proposes Temporary Halt on Retirement Age Increase Amid Political Crisis
President Macron proposes a temporary halt to raising the retirement age until 2027 amid political turmoil and opposition demands to suspend pension reform.
Macron Reappoints Sébastien Lecornu Amid Political Turmoil and Budget Challenges
President Macron reappoints Sébastien Lecornu as Prime Minister under pressure from political opposition and budgetary challenges, highlighting ongoing government instability.
Sébastien Lecornu Reappointed Prime Minister Amidst Political Crisis and Opposition Outcry
Sébastien Lecornu is reappointed Prime Minister amid France's political turmoil, facing opposition backlash and a fractured parliament.
Macron Faces Political Deadlock as Prime Minister Appointment Stalls Amid France's Crisis
President Macron is struggling to appoint a new Prime Minister amid political deadlock following governmental collapse, deepening France's crisis.
Macron’s Pension Reform Concessions Amidst Government Crisis and Election Preparations
Emmanuel Macron’s pension reform concessions come amid mounting political tensions and preparations for possible legislative elections in France.
Political Turmoil Deepens in France as Macron Faces Growing Leadership Crisis
Emmanuel Macron faces a deepening political crisis marked by coalition tensions, party divisions, and business leaders' frustrations amid failed negotiations and governance challenges in France.
Political Instability in France Severely Impacts Economic Activity and Business Confidence in 2025
France's political turmoil since mid-2024 has caused a significant economic slowdown, with a €15 billion impact due to cautious consumer and business behavior.
Macron Faces Criticism Over Leadership as Political Crisis Deepens with Lecornu’s Reappointment
President Macron’s decision to reappoint Sébastien Lecornu has sparked criticism of his leadership style amid a chaotic political atmosphere.
Macron Reappoints Lecornu Amid Political Turmoil as Party Divisions Deepen
President Macron reappoints Sébastien Lecornu as Prime Minister amid party dissent and ongoing political crisis, highlighting fractures within France's political landscape and debates over pension reforms.
Local Officials and Citizens Alike Frustrated Amid French Political Turmoil
Local officials express fatigue over national political chaos while citizens, especially youth, show deep political disengagement amid leadership uncertainty.
France Faces Political Turmoil as President Macron Prepares to Name New Prime Minister
France's political crisis deepens as Macron readies a new Prime Minister amid opposition dissent and coalition struggles.
Agnès Pannier-Runacher Resigns Amid France’s Deepening Political and Fiscal Crisis
Minister Agnès Pannier-Runacher resigns to focus on regional priorities amid France’s rising political turmoil and mounting fiscal debt concerns highlighted by Pierre Moscovici.
Political Crisis Deepens as Macron Faces Calls for Power Sharing and Early Elections
Amid political turmoil, Emmanuel Macron faces calls for power sharing from allies and demands for early elections from opposition.
Political Uncertainty in France Costs Growth and Highlights Governance Challenges
Political instability in France is hampering economic growth, with experts urging fiscal discipline and institutional reform amid governance challenges.
French Political Crisis Deepens as Macron Prepares to Appoint New Prime Minister Amid Budget Deadline
President Macron is set to name a new prime minister amid political deadlock and an urgent budget deadline, excluding RN and LFI from critical talks.
Mélenchon Demands Early Election Amid Political Turmoil as Macron Excludes LFI
Jean-Luc Mélenchon demands either an early presidential election or new dissolution, criticizing Macron's leadership and exclusion of his party from key talks.
Macron to Name New Prime Minister Amidst Political Turmoil and Budget Deadline
President Macron prepares to appoint a new Prime Minister amid a political crisis intensified by parliamentary deadlock and a looming budget deadline for 2026.
France Faces Political Uncertainty as Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu Resigns
Following Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu's resignation, President Macron faces pressure to appoint a new government leader amid political uncertainty in France.
Calls for Leftist Inclusion Grow as France Faces Political Deadlock
France’s political crisis intensifies calls for including the left in government, with a new Prime Minister expected amid efforts to break the deadlock.
Robert Badinter's Panthéonization Sparks Political Debate and Criticism
The induction of Robert Badinter into the Panthéon has sparked political reactions, notably criticism from Éric Zemmour, amidst France's ongoing political instability.
French Political Crisis Deepens as Prime Minister Lecornu Resigns and Returns Amid Calls for Government Overhaul
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu's resignation and swift return have intensified France's political crisis as calls for government change and early elections rise amid budget and reform disputes.
Left-Wing Leaders and Unions Demand Leftist and Ecological Government Amid October 2025 French Political Crisis
Amid France's October 2025 political crisis, left-wing leaders and unions press Macron to appoint a leftist and ecological government, while calls to revisit pension reforms intensify.
France Faces Political Turmoil as Macron Prepares to Appoint New Prime Minister Amid Backlash
Amidst harsh criticism and political fragmentation, President Macron is set to appoint a new Prime Minister within 48 hours following Sébastien Lecornu’s resignation.
France's Political Instability in 2024 Drags Economy Down by €15 Billion Amid Investment Freeze
France's 2024 political turmoil has led to a projected 0.5% growth loss and €15 billion economic cost as investment freezes and market anxiety rise.
France Faces Political Turmoil Amid Pension Reform Crisis and Pending New Prime Minister
France navigates a political crisis triggered by pension reform debates as President Macron prepares to appoint a new Prime Minister amid calls for compromise and government stability.
Sébastien Lecornu Resigns as French Prime Minister Amid Political Turmoil
Sébastien Lecornu steps down as Prime Minister, leaving France in political uncertainty with calls for a new government and possible early elections.
French Government Faces Political Crisis as Macron Prepares New Prime Minister Appointment
President Macron is set to name a new prime minister amid political turmoil, following Sébastien Lecornu's resignation and ongoing debates over pension reform and government stability.
Opposition Rejects Lecornu’s Proposals, Intensifies Calls for Early Elections
Opposition parties sharply critique Lecornu’s crisis intervention, demanding early presidential elections and expressing intent to censure future governments.
France Grapples with Political Turmoil as Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu Resigns Amidst Negotiations
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigns amid heated government negotiations and political uncertainty in France, as President Macron seeks budget agreement to avoid dissolution.
Stalemate in French Government Formation as Left and Right Parties Clash Amid Political Crisis
Negotiations to form a new French government have stalled amid demands from the left for a leftist Prime Minister and rising tensions in parliament following Prime Minister Lecornu's resignation.
Emmanuel Macron Hits Record Low Approval Amid Growing Public Distrust
Emmanuel Macron's approval rating has dropped to a record low amid rising public distrust and criticism of his leadership approach.
Political Crisis in France: Sébastien Lecornu Resigns as Emmanuel Macron Prepares New Prime Minister Appointment
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigns amid a political crisis in France, with President Emmanuel Macron set to appoint a new Prime Minister within 48 hours amidst contentious pension reforms and political fractures.
Political Deadlock in France as Government Formation Stalls Amid Pension Reform Controversy
France faces a political impasse as forming a new government after PM Lecornu's resignation is complicated by deep disputes over pension reform and party support.
French Political Crisis Deepens Over Controversial 2023 Pension Reform
France's pension reform crisis escalates as political leaders debate suspension or repeal amid mounting party divisions and public opposition.
France's Political Crisis Deepens as Government Battles Pension Reform Standoff
Prime Minister Lecornu leads tense negotiations with left-wing parties amid pension reform disputes, as Macron faces pressure with looming risks of assembly dissolution or resignation.
French Political Crisis Deepens as Lecornu Proposes Suspension of Pension Reform to Secure Socialist Support
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu proposes suspending the pension reform to negotiate with Socialists, amid a fractured Macron camp and political tensions in France.