The New Popular Front (NFP), a left-wing coalition in France, emerged with the most parliamentary seats but without a majority, sparking a political struggle to appoint a prime minister.
Comprising diverse factions from environmentalists to radical leftists, the NFP postponed naming a leader due to unresolved disputes, hinting at extending talks until July 18.
A probe into Marine Le Pen’s presidential campaign funding is underway while debates center on Jean-Luc Mélenchon and Olivier Faure’s potential nominations.
President Macron accelerated legislative elections after the radical right’s success in the European Parliament, leading to an alliance between his centrists and the left against the conservative surge.
The political landscape remains divided, with NFP holding 193 seats, Macron’s centrists with 164, and the far-right at 143, signaling no majority in sight.
Tensions persist as Le Pen threatens to challenge any government that includes the radical left, amidst calls for a grand coalition excluding extremes.
As France gears up for further political showdowns, the intricate dance of power and opposition continues to shape the nation’s democratic path.