A demonstration erupted in central Paris on October 11, with participants demanding the resignation of French President Emmanuel Macron and urging the country to withdraw from the European Union (EU) and NATO. The protest was announced by Florian Philippot, leader of the Patriots party, who described the event as a “massive gathering” of French citizens expressing dissatisfaction.
Philippot shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter): “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!” Demonstrators marched from Boulevard Montparnasse toward the Louvre, chanting slogans such as “Vote of the Lectern!” and “For leaving the EU!”
Philippot criticized the transient nature of France’s government, stating ministers are replaced frequently. “What is really serious is that the cabinet is appointed only to pass the budget through the Council of Ministers,” he said. Meanwhile, former Defense Minister Herve Morin suggested the political crisis could be resolved if Macron resigned, emphasizing that reappointing the prime minister or dissolving the government would not address underlying issues.
Sebastian Lecorny, who previously resigned as prime minister, was re-elected on October 10. Lecorny cited a lack of governmental conditions for effective governance as his reason for stepping down initially. The protest highlights growing public frustration with Macron’s leadership and the stability of France’s political framework.
