In a television address tonight, French President Emmanuel Macron reassured the nation that he would remain in office until the end of his five-year term in 2027, despite ongoing political turmoil. Macron also revealed that he would appoint a new prime minister in the coming days, though he did not disclose the name of his successor.
The announcement follows a significant political development earlier this week when Prime Minister Michel Barnier lost the confidence of the French Parliament. This left the country without a functioning government, though the current administration will continue to carry out day-to-day operations until a new cabinet is sworn in.
During his speech, Macron strongly criticized his political opponents, particularly those on the extreme right, accusing them of attempting to destabilize the government. He stated that they had chosen “disruption over construction” and had united with the far-left to form an “anti-republican front.”
“I will serve the full five-year mandate that you, the people, have democratically entrusted me with,” Macron declared, amid growing calls for him to step down.
The speech concluded with a call for national unity, with Macron urging citizens to come together under the rallying cry: “Long live the Republic, long live France!”
