Attempts to remove France’s Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu through separate motions initiated by both the left-wing France Unbowed and the far-right National Rally were unsuccessful on Thursday. The motions did not garner enough votes to force Lecornu out of office.

Despite the outcome, Socialist Party leader Olivier Faure cautioned that his party remains open to supporting efforts to oust the government, hinting at future political maneuvers.

The recent vote has led to a stalemate in parliament, resulting in a boost for far-right factions, reflecting the shifting political landscape in France.

France is under significant pressure from the European Union to address its fiscal challenges, including reducing its deficit and debt. This financial strain has already led to the downfall of Lecornu’s two predecessors as the government grapples with implementing necessary cost-cutting measures.

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“The government will make suggestions, we will debate, and you will vote,” the 39-year-old Macron loyalist emphasised in a speech to lawmakers Tuesday.