France’s minority government survived two motions of no confidence following a controversial budget procedure. The motions from the right-wing nationalists and the left failed to gain a majority in the National Assembly.

28. January 2026

France’s Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is likely to face further motions of no confidence. (picture alliance / abaca | Lafargue Raphael/ABACA)

Last updated: 28. January 2026