France's political crisis has intensified with the resignation of Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, who lasted only 18 hours in office. This marks the third resignation of a prime minister within a year, following two predecessors who were removed via no-confidence votes. Lecornu's resignation comes amid threats from both right and left opposition parties, which dominate the fractured parliament. He stated that governing and passing a budget would be impossible without a parliamentary majority. Protests against the government's austerity measures have also erupted, reflecting public discontent. President Emmanuel Macron now faces critical decisions: appointing another prime minister, dissolving parliament for new elections, or potentially stepping down himself. Analysts suggest that appointing another premier may be futile, as the underlying issues remain unresolved. The political landscape is further complicated by the rise of the far-right National Rally party, which has gained significant support in parliament. The French stock market reacted negatively to the news, indicating growing economic concerns amid political instability.