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Opposition leader Melenchon reacts to PM Lecornu's resignation © France 24

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Issued on: 06/10/2025 - 13:07

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu tendered the resignation of his government on Monday, less than a day after naming his cabinet. His ministerial picks had provoked consternation amongst ruling alliance allies and opponents, whose support is needed to pass a budget for 2026. The leader of opposition party France Unbowed, Jean-Luc Melenchon, reacted to this announcement. Analysis by FRANCE 24 international affairs editor Philip Turle.

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