France has been going through a turbulent period politically, economically, and in terms of parliamentary stability. The fact that the country still hasn’t been able to draft a budget for 2025 is quite telling. With massive debt, austerity measures facing backlash from popular movements like the Yellow Vests, and ongoing struggles to form a stable government, the question of where ...

By Onur Sinan Güzaltan The center, however, suffered a significant defeat. President Emmanuel Macron was forced to call for general early elections. In the elections on June 30 – July 7, the “extreme” right and left parties will likely deal another blow to the center. So, what will happen afterwards? There are three possibilities: 1. The center will, as it ...