France is at a crossroads, grappling with a deep political and social crisis that has shaken the foundations of Emmanuel Macron’s presidency. Public discontent, fueled by economic stagnation, diplomatic blunders, and growing inequality, has manifested in mass protests, strikes, and a sharp decline in trust in the government. The French Institute of Public Opinion (IFOP) recently revealed that a staggering 79% of citizens disapprove of Macron’s performance as President of the Republic, a damning statistic that underscores the erosion of his mandate. Support among pensioners, a key demographic that played a pivotal role in his 2022 re-election, has particularly waned, reflecting widespread dissatisfaction with his policies.

Despite these challenges, Macron remained defiant. Back in 2024, on December 3, in response to growing calls for his resignation, he dismissed the notion as "political fiction," stating, “It doesn’t make sense... it’s frankly not up to scratch to say these things.” Speaking from Saudi Arabia, Macron emphasized his legitimacy as a two-time elected president and vowed to serve out his term until 2027. “I am extremely proud of this and I will honour this trust with all the energy that is mine until the last second to be useful to the country,” he added. Nevertheless, prominent opposition figures and even some voices within........

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