French Politicians Begin Government Formation Negotiations

National Assembly Split into Three Blocks

Prime Minister Attal to Resign

French politicians are set to begin negotiations on Monday to form a government after the National Assembly was split into three blocks in the wake of Sunday's legislative elections.

Prime Minister Gabriel Attal is expected to resign on Monday, paving the way for President Emmanuel Macron to appoint a new prime minister.

The far-right National Rally is projected to win between 138 and 145 seats according to initial estimates by Ipsos Talan for broadcasters France 2 and France Inter.

President Macron's party, Ensemble, is projected to be the second-largest block with 152 to 163 seats, exceeding expectations.

The left-wing NUPES coalition is projected to be the third-largest bloc with 131 to 162 seats.

The results of the elections have left President Macron with a weakened position, as he will need to form a coalition government to pass legislation.

The negotiations are expected to be complex and could take several weeks.

The outcome of the negotiations will have a significant impact on the future of French politics.