Eric Ciotti, the embattled president of the French political party Les Républicains, is facing internal pressure following his controversial alliance with the far-right National Rally (RN) during the recent legislative elections.

Despite attempts by party leaders to oust him, Ciotti remains steadfast in his position, stating he has no plans to step down.

In a bold move, Ciotti announced the formation of a new political group, the Union of the Right for the Republic (UDR), during a political gathering in his hometown of Levens, Alpes-Maritimes.

This new alliance aims to unite right-wing factions, a vision Ciotti passionately supports.

The announcement comes amid ongoing legal disputes with Les Républicains, who challenge his leadership following the unauthorized alliance with Marine Le Pen's party.

As Ciotti calls for party members to join his new initiative, the political landscape within the French right continues to shift dramatically.