In the aftermath of France’s snap parliamentary elections, President Emmanuel Macron has called for a broad ‘republican’ coalition to break the legislative deadlock. Despite the Nouveau Front Populaire left-wing alliance holding the largest number of MPs in the Assemblée, no party has secured an absolute majority, leading to a divided political landscape.
In a letter published in the regional press, Macron emphasizes that “no one has won” and urges all political forces committed to republican institutions, the rule of law, and a European orientation to engage in sincere dialogue to build a solid, plural majority. He acknowledges that forming such a coalition will take time and suggests maintaining the current government to handle day-to-day matters until a new prime minister is appointed.
The left-wing figures, particularly from La France Insoumise, argue that their position as the largest bloc entitles them to propose a new prime minister, accusing Macron of refusing to acknowledge the election results. On the far-right, Marine Le Pen criticizes Macron’s proposal as an undignified attempt to block the left, further highlighting the contentious political atmosphere.
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