Macron Dissolves Parliament After Election Defeat

Snap Election to Be Held Amidst Rise of Far-Right

French President Emmanuel Macron has dissolved the country's parliament, the National Assembly, and called a snap election.

The move comes after Macron's party suffered a crushing defeat in the recent European elections, with the far-right National Rally party emerging as the top vote-getter.

In a televised address to the nation, Macron said the dissolution of parliament was necessary to "overcome the current political blockage" and to "give the French people a chance to express themselves on the direction of the country."

The snap election will be held on June 16th and 19th. Macron's party is hoping to regain its majority in the National Assembly, while the National Rally is seeking to further increase its representation.

The dissolution of parliament and the upcoming snap election have sent shockwaves through French politics. It remains to be seen whether Macron will be able to regain his majority and implement his agenda, or whether the National Rally will continue its rise and become a major force in French politics.