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Mélenchon Calls for PM Attal's Resignation After 'Immense Relief' Left-Wing Gains in French Elections

Jul 7, 2024, 06:19 PM

Jean-Luc Mélenchon, leader of the French left-wing New Popular Front, has declared the recent legislative election results an 'immense relief' for a majority of people and called for Prime Minister Gabriel Attal to step down. Mélenchon emphasized that his party will implement its entire program and will not engage in any deals with President Emmanuel Macron. The unexpected gains by the left-wing have led to a political impasse, with no coalition likely to form between Mélenchon's party and Macron's. This has raised concerns about potential governance challenges in France.