Tensions Deepen as Left-Wing Parties Clash Over Budget Negotiations

France Insoumise accuses Socialist, Green, and Communist leaders of betrayal during talks with the government on key fiscal policies.

Jean-Luc Mélenchon of La France Insoumise (LFI) criticized Socialist, Green, and Communist leaders for participating in budget discussions with the government, labeling their actions as 'forfaiture' and accusing them of undermining their alliance.
The Socialist Party (PS), Europe Écologie-Les Verts (EELV), and the French Communist Party (PCF) are pushing for concessions on public services and a potential suspension of the retirement age increase to 64, but no agreements have been reached so far.
Olivier Faure, leader of the PS, defended the negotiations, stating they aim to secure policy shifts while avoiding a censure motion, emphasizing the need for compromise within the left-wing bloc.
La France Insoumise has refused to join the discussions, maintaining a hardline stance and waiting for Prime Minister François Bayrou's upcoming policy address before engaging further.
The retirement age reform remains a central issue, with left-wing parties demanding its reversal or suspension, while government officials signal openness to further dialogue but stress fiscal constraints.