French President Emmanuel Macron’s hope for the Paris Olympics to solidify his legacy has been overshadowed by political instability. A snap legislative election, intended to strengthen his position, resulted in a hung parliament, leaving him …
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France’s Left Faces Melenchon Problem After Election Victory
The left-wing bloc in France, the New Popular Front (NFP), has won a surprise victory in the legislative elections, but its leader Jean-Luc Melenchon, the head of the France Unbowed (LFI) party, has emerged as …
Continue readingLeft-Wing Coalition Wins French Parliamentary Elections, but Falls Short of Majority
The left-wing New Popular Front coalition has emerged victorious in the second round of the French parliamentary elections, securing the most seats in the National Assembly, according to pollsters. However, the coalition is projected to …
Continue readingFrance at the Polls: High Turnout Signals Far-Right Surge and Risk of Paralysis
France saw record turnout at the polls for the second round of parliamentary elections on Sunday, signaling strong public interest in a race that could see the far-right National Rally (RN) emerge as the dominant …
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