Michel Barnier, former EU Brexit negotiator, has been appointed as France's new Prime Minister by President Emmanuel Macron following inconclusive snap elections. At 73, Barnier is the oldest prime minister in the history of the Fifth Republic, succeeding the youngest, Gabriel Attal. His appointment has sparked controversy, especially from the left, with Jean-Luc Mélenchon of the NPF labeling it a 'theft' of the election results, urging for public protests on September 7. Meanwhile, the far-right National Rally (RN) has expressed conditional support for Barnier, contingent on his stance on key issues like immigration and electoral reforms. Political reactions highlight a divided parliament, with no party holding a majority, complicating Barnier's governance. As pressure mounts, Barnier faces an immediate vote of no confidence due to his lack of parliamentary legitimacy.