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What French prime minister's resignation means for Macron

Sarah Kelly | Lisa Louis in Paris
October 6, 2025

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu resigned shortly after naming his new Cabinet. DW correspondent Lisa Louis explains where the resignation leaves French President Emmanuel Macron amid a political deadlock.

https://p.dw.com/p/51XhR
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