In a significant political shift, French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal has announced plans to resign following the legislative elections where leftist coalitions have taken a surprising lead.
The initial projections indicate that President Emmanuel Macron's centrist alliance has been relegated to second place, with the far-right in third. This development suggests a major reconfiguration of France's political landscape, potentially leading to a hung parliament.
Attal's resignation, expected to be tendered on Monday, marks a pivotal moment in French politics as the nation grapples with the implications of the election outcomes.
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2024 France election live updates: Prime Minister Attal plans to resign as projections show leftists lead
The first projections say French leftists have won most seats in legislative elections. The surprise projections put President Emmanuel Macron’s centrist alliance in second and the far right in third.
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