France's legislative elections have delivered a stunning outcome, reshaping the political landscape.

The New Popular Front has emerged as the largest group in the National Assembly, securing 187 to 199 seats.

President Macron's coalition, despite hopes for an absolute majority, came second with 161 to 169 seats.

The far-right National Rally made significant gains, winning 135 to 143 seats.

This result leaves no party with an absolute majority, setting the stage for a complex political scenario.

The elections, called after Macron's dissolution of the Assembly following a poor showing in European elections, have dramatically altered the balance of power in French politics.