Former French Prime Minister Édouard Balladur has passed away in Paris at the age of 97. He served as Prime Minister from March 1993 to May 1995 and left a mark on French politics through his relationship with Jacques Chirac. Emmanuel Macron and other political figures have paid tribute to his memory and his commitment to France. Balladur, a prominent figure on the right, experienced both successes and failures throughout his career.