Leftist party coalition in France wins surprise election, defeating centrist alliance and far-right National Rally. Uncertainty over next prime minister weeks before Olympics.
Key Points
Leftist party coalition's unexpected election victory
Defeat of centrist alliance and far-right National Rally
Question over the selection of the new prime minister
Timing of election results just weeks before the Olympics
Pros
Victory for Leftist party coalition signals potential policy changes in France
Defeat of far-right National Rally may lead to decreased influence on government decisions
Cons
Uncertainty over next prime minister may cause political instability in France
Potential disagreements and conflicts within the new ruling coalition