France's Government Teeters Amid Political Turmoil and Economic Strain

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier faces a critical deadline as far-right leader Marine Le Pen threatens to topple his government unless her budget demands are met. With France's economy under pressure and Barnier's government lacking a parliamentary majority, the situation is tense. Le Pen's National Rally party has issued a list of demands, including tax and spending adjustments, in exchange for their support. Barnier must navigate this political standoff to pass the social security budget and avoid a government collapse.