FRENCH VOTERS
France elections 2024 results: French PM Gabriel Attal offers resignation. Is Paris heading for political turmoil?
France elections 2024 results will be out on early hours of Monday (local time) but projections have predicted bad news President Emmanuel Macron’s centrist alliance and the far right as left coalition is in the pole position.
French leftists win most seats in elections, pollsters say; lack of majority threatens turmoil
The lack of majority for any single alliance threatened to plunge France into political and economic turmoil. Final results are not expected until late Sunday or early Monday in the highly volatile snap election, which was called just four weeks ago in a huge gamble for Macron.
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.
US stocks back at records while European bourses retreat
Wall Street equity indices advanced to fresh records Tuesday as markets embraced commentary from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, while European bourses retreated on unease about upcoming French elections. But bourses in Paris and Frankfurt both retreated amid concerns about the potential economic fallout should the far right win power in France in weekend elections.
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.
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.
5 world market themes for the week ahead
Euro 2024 excitement rises with political shifts in Britain and France. M&A activity surges amidst economic uncertainties. Emerging Asia grapples with inflation as central banks navigate rate decisions. Labour's potential win in Britain poses fiscal challenges. The market awaits U.S. job data impact on Federal Reserve's rate policy.
This is what Kylian Mbappe asked the people of France to do in the upcoming elections
Kylian Mbappe has urged the young voters in France to prevent the rising extremes in the country. He has urged them to uphold liberal French values. These comments have been made before the elections to the National Assembly.
French left vows 'total break' with Macron policies
Left-wing outfits including hard-left France Unbowed (LFI), the Socialist, Communist and Green parties on Thursday agreed an election alliance called the New Popular Front.
French finance minister warns of financial crisis if far right wins election
French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire warned of a potential financial crisis in France if the far-right, led by Marine Le Pen, wins upcoming elections, urging support for Emmanuel Macron's party.
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.
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.
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.
French President Emmanuel Macron flies to New Caledonia amid ongoing unrest
French President Emmanuel Macron flew to New Caledonia to address riots and tensions between Indigenous Kanaks seeking independence and others wanting to remain part of France.
New Caledonia: What triggered violence that turned South Pacific Paradise into hell? Details here
The root cause of the violence may be traced back to the mid-1800s when France took control of New Caledonia. Since then, there has been a tense relationship between indigenous Kanaks and white settlers.
France imposes emergency in Pacific territory of New Caledonia as violent unrest turns deadly
France imposes 12-day emergency in New Caledonia to tackle deadly unrest among indigenous people seeking independence. Security forces deployed to quell violence following protests over voting reforms, with armed clashes, looting, arson. Police reinforcements rushed to the island. Residents affected by the unrest as French constitution amendments spark tensions. Curfew extended, schools and main airport closed in New Caledonia.
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