A political tug-of-war is unfolding in the French National Assembly as parties vie for key positions.

The far-right National Rally (RN), now the largest opposition group, is demanding significant roles including vice-presidencies and committee chairs.

However, other parties are attempting to block RN's access to these positions, despite traditional proportional representation rules.

The presidential camp, led by Gabriel Attal, has decided not to support RN or far-left candidates for key posts.

This power struggle extends to the coveted Finance Committee presidency, traditionally given to the opposition.

The complex negotiations and potential voting process highlight the fragmented nature of the new Assembly, with the distribution of roles becoming a strategic political game.