French President Emmanuel Macron firmly rejected calls for his resignation on Tuesday, December 3, labeling them as “political fiction” amid rising political tensions and an impending no-confidence vote in parliament.
During a visit to Saudi Arabia, Macron dismissed the notion entirely, stating that such claims are “frankly not up to scratch.”
“It doesn’t make sense,” he told reporters. “The fact is, I stand before you because I have been elected twice by the French people. I take immense pride in this and will honor this trust with every ounce of energy I have until the very end to serve the country.” His current term is set to last until 2027.
Macron’s remarks come as his government braces for a no-confidence vote on Wednesday, December 4, which poses a threat to Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s administration. Some opposition figures and even members within Macron’s political circle have suggested that resignation might be the only way to resolve France’s political deadlock.
He criticized Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally (RN) for what he termed “unbearable cynicism” in supporting the no-confidence motion. “We must not instill fear in people; our economy is strong,” he asserted, expressing confidence that the motion would not succeed.
While political analysts predict a potential alliance between leftist and far-right factions aiming to unseat the government, Macron remained optimistic. “I cannot believe that the no-confidence motion will pass against the government,” he stated, indicating hope for the continuity of his administration.
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