Political turmoil in France: Macron under pressure and criticism after the election. Does he not want to give up power?

Political turmoil in France: Macron under pressure and criticism after the election. Does he not want to give up power?

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday started a new round of talks with political party leaders to find a way to form a new government and elect a prime minister. The French political system was thrown into chaos on Monday night when Macron refused to appoint a proposed candidate for prime minister by the left-wing … Read more

Macron has thrown France into chaos. His drubbing of Le Pen may take a heavy toll

Macron has thrown France into chaos.  His drubbing of Le Pen may take a heavy toll

Most experts did not expect this result of the parliamentary elections in France. The National Association won the first round and was generally expected to win the second round as well. But the other French parties they were horrified by this idea and agreed on the formation of the so-called Republican Frontwhich involved parties withdrawing … Read more

What broke Macron’s neck? Terrorism, debts, uncontrolled migration and an arrogant image

What broke Macron’s neck?  Terrorism, debts, uncontrolled migration and an arrogant image

Protégé of hard-right leader Marine Le Pen Jordan Bardella said during a pre-election debate last week that France was tired of “seven years of Macronism”. The results of the first round prove him right. The party of Le Pen and Bardella National Assembly (RN) dominated the elections. According to the Interior Ministry, the party won … Read more