The French presidential palace introduced France’s new government, headed by Prime Minister Michel Barnier, more than two months after the elections. Jean-Noël Barrot, known for his strong support of Ukraine,

France edged closer to having a new government, more than two months after a hung election, as new Prime Minister Michel Barnier's office said he had pulled together a list of ministers he will submit to President Emmanuel Macron later on Thursday.

The new cabinet pulls in allies from the centre and right, despite left-wing parties winning France's election.