Pris (NNP News / International Desk) — France was thrown into a deep political crisis on Monday after newly appointed Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned just hours after announcing his cabinet, marking one of the shortest-lived governments in the country’s modern history.
According to international media reports, Lecornu’s administration lasted less than 14 hours, sparking shock and uncertainty across the French political landscape. The move followed intense backlash from opposition parties and even some allies, who accused the new cabinet of being “old wine in a new bottle.”
Political analysts say Lecornu’s abrupt exit reflects the mounting instability under President Emmanuel Macron’s government, which has struggled to maintain control since the hung parliament outcome of the 2024 elections.
Sources close to the Elysee Palace revealed that Lecornu decided to step down after failing to secure sufficient parliamentary support. His resignation letter reportedly cited “political deadlock, ego clashes, and lack of collective direction.”
Economic Impact
The shock resignation sent tremors through financial markets. France’s CAC 40 index dropped 1.5%, while the euro weakened against the dollar. Banking and energy stocks faced immediate pressure amid fears of prolonged instability.
Opposition Demands Snap Elections
Opposition leaders from both left and right called for fresh elections and even President Macron’s resignation, accusing him of losing control of the nation’s political machinery.
“The French people deserve stability, not chaos,” said a National Rally spokesperson. “Macron’s experiment in centrist politics has failed.”
What’s Next
With Lecornu’s exit, President Macron faces a limited set of options — either appoint another prime minister capable of bridging the divided parliament, or dissolve the National Assembly and call snap elections, a move fraught with political risk.
The French political crisis continues to deepen, as analysts warn that the collapse of Lecornu’s short-lived government may trigger a new phase of uncertainty in one of Europe’s most influential democracies.
📍 Report by NNP News International Desk – Paris Bureau
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