FAR RIGHT PARTY
France election: Voter turnout high, could force Emmanuel Macron to share power with far right
Voting in pivotal runoff elections in France could lead to a historic victory for Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally or a hung parliament, impacting global diplomacy and France's future direction. High turnout reflects the nation's concern over the outcome, with uncertainty looming over potential coalition governments or far-right leadership. The election results will shape France's political landscape for the remaining years of President Macron's term.
At 28, Bardella could become youngest French prime minister at helm of far-right National Rally
Bardella is part of a generation of young people who joined the party under Marine Le Pen in the 2010s but likely wouldn't have done so under her father. Since joining at age 17, he has risen quickly through the ranks, serving as party spokesperson and president of its youth wing, before being appointed vice president and becoming the second-youngest member of the European Parliament in history, in 2019.
In France, three-way election battles could bring more far-right MPs
Emilie Chandler, a centrist candidate, is steadfast in her pursuit of a parliamentary seat in Magny-en-Vexin, despite the risk of amplifying the far-right National Rally (RN)'s chances in the three-way race. This constituency, located in Val d'Oise, an hour northwest of Paris, is crucial in the RN's quest for an absolute majority in Sunday's election.
France elections: France's exceptionally high-stakes election has begun, far-right leads pre-election polls
France elections: Voters in mainland France start casting ballots in a critical legislative election that may lead to far-right control, impacting Europe's financial markets, support for Ukraine, and the management of France's nuclear arsenal and global military forces. The two-round election began in overseas territories and on the mainland at 8 a.m. Sunday, with initial projections due at 8 p.m. and official results later that night.
French voters propel far-right National Rally to strong lead in first-round legislative elections
The far-right National Rally surged ahead in France’s first round of legislative elections, projected to win about one-third of the national vote. This poses a significant challenge to centrist President Emmanuel Macron. If the National Rally secures a parliamentary majority in the second round, it could form France's first far-right government since World War II. The party's leader, Marine Le Pen, urged voters to help her party achieve a legislative majority, potentially leading to a power-sharing arrangement with Macron.
Euro rises to two-week high after France's far-right wins first-round vote
Amid market volatility, potential alliances to block the far-right have emerged in France's election. The RN party eyes a possible absolute majority, adding to ongoing uncertainty and investor concerns.
Euro rises after France's first-round vote, yen struggles
Recent events in France and Japan, along with global economic indicators, influence currency movements and central bank policies worldwide, reflecting uncertainties in the financial landscape.
France is facing an election like no other. Here's how it works and what comes next
French voters face historic snap parliamentary elections that could usher in the first far-right government since WWII or result in no clear majority. Competing blocs include the far-right National Rally, Macron's centrist alliance, and the left-leaning New Popular Front. Outcomes are uncertain, with potential for significant political shifts.
Thousands of women march in France against far right
About 200 women's rights groups and unions organised the marches in dozens of cities, including Paris, saying women's rights come under attack when countries are governed by far-right parties. In Paris, more than 10,000 women demonstrated peacefully, organisers said.
Meloni camp pulls ahead of Macron's in EU parliament
Parliamentary insiders however say the balance of power in the 720-seat European legislature remains essentially unchanged from the last legislature. It lies with a centrist tie-up made up of the conservative European People's Party (EPP), the biggest group with 189 seats, the leftist Socialists & Democrats (S&D) with 136, and the liberal Renew Europe that includes the French president's party.
France's far-right Le Pen pledges 'unity government' if party wins
President Emmanuel Macron made the gamble of calling the two-round parliamentary elections on June 30 and July 7 after the RN scored more than double that of his centrist alliance in European Parliament elections on Sunday. Macron has long sought to keep the far right RN out of power.
Macron urges French to make 'right choice' in election gamble
President Macron has called for snap elections in France after the far right's strong showing in the EU elections. Despite criticism, Macron is confident in the French people's choice. His move aims to keep the far right out of power but has sparked concerns and market instability. Macron's party faces challenges in regaining a majority in the National Assembly. The far right's gains in several European countries have drawn attention, with some seeing a potential shift in European politics.
Giorgia Meloni, Italian PM and far-right leader, wins European Parliament polls, becomes kingmaker in Europe
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's Brothers of Italy party secured 28% of votes in the European elections, enhancing her political influence. This result outperformed their 2022 general election showing and came at the expense of Matteo Salvini's League party, which dropped to 8.5%. The centre-left Democratic Party gained 24.5%, while the Five Star Movement fell to 10.5%.
France President Macron dissolves French parliament, calls a snap election after defeat in EU vote
The announcement came after the first projected results from France put the far-right National Rally party well ahead in the European Union's parliamentary elections, handing a chastening loss to Macron's pro-European centrists, according to French opinion poll institutes.
Millions will vote on Europe's super Sunday, with surveys suggesting a shift to the right
Voters across 20 European nations are casting their ballots in the EU election super Sunday, with concerns over a potential shift to the political right impacting the bloc's decision-making amidst ongoing conflicts and rising anti-migrant sentiment. Populist parties are expected to make gains, potentially reshaping the European Parliament's dynamics. The elections mark a pivotal moment for the EU's future trajectory and international relationships.
Slovaks and others go to the polls in EU elections under the shadow of an assassination attempt
Voters in Slovakia, Italy, and other European Union nations are casting their ballots for the European Parliament on the third day of elections. In Slovakia, an attempt to assassinate populist Prime Minister Robert Fico on May 15 has reverberated throughout Europe. Analysts believe the attack could boost the chances of the premier's leftist Smer party, the senior partner in the governing coalition, to win the vote.
Dutch voters kick off marathon EU elections
Dutch voters kick off EU election marathon, testing far-right shift in EU parliament amid geopolitical uncertainty after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
France's far right may win big in EU elections. That's worrying for migrants, Macron and Ukraine
The June 6-9 elections in all 27 EU countries will shift the makeup of the European Parliament and policymaking in the European Commission, the EU's executive arm, likely further toward the right and far right. And that could boost Le Pen's chances of winning France's presidency in 2027, a long-time dream.
Police search the European Parliament over possible Russian interference, prosecutors say
Belgium's federal prosecutor's office announced police searches at a European Parliament employee's residence and offices in Brussels and Strasbourg over suspected Russian interference. The investigation involves passive corruption and criminal organization charges, with the employee allegedly promoting Russian propaganda through the Voice of Europe news website
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