The French Republic In the Midst of Political Turmoil as Premier Departs
Greetings and welcome to the European live blog. All eyes currently rests upon France, which has been thrown into governmental crisis as the head of government, the PM, departs after under a month in the role.
France's head of state confirmed his exit this morning after the cabinet the president announced the previous night was met with fierce criticism from all political sides.
The departing premier is set to make a statement imminently, so remain tuned for every update.
The French Republic is experiencing a major political shift as the prime minister steps down after less than a month.
Essential Facts
- The premier has departed after under 30 days in office.
- The French President confirmed the exit following criticism of the new cabinet.
- The government is now in a state of flux as the nation awaits the next steps.
Future Steps
The resignation creates a governmental void at a crucial juncture for the nation, with the political landscape now in question.
