French President Emmanuel Macron is set to appoint a new prime minister within 48 hours, as outgoing PM Sébastien Lecornu indicates the possibility of fresh elections is fading. The political landscape remains complicated due to a hung parliament and divisions among parties. Lecornu emphasized the need for a budget and the challenges posed by national debt and pension reforms. Calls for Macron's resignation are growing, but Lecornu insists stability is crucial. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)