![Possible anti-RN coalition from Greens to right? 1 Prime Minister Gabriel Attal sitting next to centrist MoDem party leader François Bayrou, at Emmanuel Macron's press conference following his decision to dissolve the Assemblée Nationale, in Paris, June 12, 2024.](https://img.lemde.fr/2024/07/02/0/0/5650/3769/664/0/75/0/e1acd28_1719898915552-lgeai-confdepresse-macron-12062024-73.jpg)
France is facing the possibility of a “rainbow” government as election tensions rise. With the far-right threatening to seize power, the need for a coalition government led by centrist Emmanuel Macron has become a topic of discussion. The far-right Rassemblement National party’s demand for an absolute majority complicates the situation, prompting discussions among various political factions on how to prevent a potential crisis.
Calls for an anti-far-right coalition have emerged, with the MoDem party leader urging all parties to come together for the greater good. However, challenges remain as different factions, like La France Insoumise and the Greens, express differing views on participating in a coalition government. Despite these differences, the need for a united front against the far right is evident.
Former President François Hollande also supports the idea of a coalition approach, emphasizing the importance of unity in facing the challenges ahead. As France prepares for the upcoming elections, the political landscape is evolving, raising questions about the country’s future direction.