France's Prime Minister Resigns After Less Than a Month, Deepening Political Crisis

France's newly appointed Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned after only 27 days in office, delivering a significant blow to President Emmanuel Macron amid a deepening political crisis. Lecornu's resignation followed widespread criticism of his newly announced cabinet, which faced opposition for being either too right-wing or insufficiently so, highlighting the fragmented nature of France's parliament where no party holds a majority. This political instability has been exacerbated by Macron's previous call for snap parliamentary elections, which further fragmented the legislature and complicated governance. The resignation triggered sharp declines in French stocks and the euro, reflecting market concerns over France's uncertain political landscape. Opposition leaders, including National Rally's Jordan Bardella, criticized Macron's handling of the situation, calling for new elections to restore stability. Lecornu's departure marks him as Macron's fifth prime minister in two years, underscoring ongoing challenges in achieving political consensus in France.