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France's Political Turmoil: PM Michel Barnier Ousted Amidst Budget Crisis

Prime Minister Michel Barnier resigns following a historic no-confidence vote, leaving France with a fragmented parliament and economic instability.

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Following a no-confidence vote, French PM Michel Barnier resigned, the first such ousting since 1962. President Macron now faces pressure to appoint a new prime minister amidst a deeply divided parliament and growing economic concerns over the national deficit. Barnier's government was short-lived as political alliances shifted, leading to calls for Macron's resignation. Analysts predict ongoing political instability and fiscal challenges as France prepares for future governance amid rising debt concerns.

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