According to Vladimir Putin, in connection with the updating of the Constitution, it is necessary to bring legislation in line with the new standards.

Castex replaces Édouard Philippe, who has resigned on Friday, July 3.

The Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said the Kremlin is not ready to take into account Western countries' concerns about the constitutional amendments, as Russia is primarily committed to its sovereignty.

President Emmanuel Macron accepted the resignation of Édouard Philippe.