France is in a state of political limbo as President Emmanuel Macron delays appointing a new Prime Minister following the resignation of Gabriel Attal's government over a month ago.

This unprecedented delay under the Fifth Republic has left the country without a clear governing body, raising concerns about the democratic legitimacy of decisions made by the interim government.

Macron's strategy appears to be a calculated move to maintain control and avoid a hasty coalition that could be easily toppled.

The political landscape is further complicated by the lack of a clear majority in the National Assembly, making it difficult to form a stable government.

As Macron prepares to meet with political leaders on August 23, the nation watches closely, aware that the prolonged absence of a government could exacerbate existing issues like public debt, unemployment, and social unrest.

The situation highlights a potential constitutional flaw, where a government could theoretically remain in a caretaker role indefinitely, challenging the principles of parliamentary democracy.