Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:16am on 05 Dec 2024,Thursday International
French lawmakers ousted Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s government through a no-confidence vote, the first in 62 years. Supported by the far right and hard left, the motion stems from disputes over austerity budgets and France's political deadlock. President Emmanuel Macron, facing rising calls for his resignation, must swiftly appoint a new premier as protests grow over cost-cutting measures. Macron’s term runs until 2027, but the crisis raises doubts about his leadership. Public-sector strikes are planned, and Macron is set to address the nation. Opposition parties, including Marine Le Pen's, demand accountability as unrest spreads.
