French President Emmanuel Macron has officially accepted the resignation of his Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, writes Euronews.

The 35-year-old, who has only been in the position since the start of the year, and his cabinet will remain in place during the upcoming Paris Olympics while a new head of government is nominated.

The former prime minister and his cabinet will only be responsible as a caretaker government for ensuring the continuity of the state.

In principle, no political measures can be taken during this interim period by the temporary government.

Although this situation may work during the transition phase, it will clearly pose a democratic problem if it lasts for a long time especially considering that negotiations for a replacement prime minister have been fraught with complications following France’s legislative elections.