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French Far Right Leader Says 'We Are Ready' To Govern

French far-right leader Jordan Bardella said Monday his party was ready to govern as he pledged to curb immigration and tackle cost-of-living issues ahead of the country's most divisive election in decades.

International Business Times

Violence returns to New Caledonia after activists sent to France

Police vehicles burned and roads blocked in Pacific territory after arrested pro-independence activists moved to France.

Al Jazeera

Final week of campaign before first round of French snap legislative elections

A week before the first round of voting in legislative elections, President Emmanuel Macron has promised “change”, as the far-right National Rally (RN) is expected to present details of its political programme, and the leftist New Popular Front alliance bickers over hard left leader Jean-Luc Melenchon’s bid to become Prime…

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The race against the clock to organise France's snap elections

When President Emmanuel Macron unexpectedly triggered parliamentary elections earlier this month, he left officials just 20 days to organise a first round of voting. From printing ballots to fitting around summer holiday plans, the breakneck campaign poses a massive logistical challenge.

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Macron Pledges 'Change' As French Far Right Eyes Parliament Rout

French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday vowed a "change" of governing style regardless of who wins the snap elections he called, as fresh polls indicated his centrist party may once again be trounced by the far right.

International Business Times

Pro-Independence Leader Transferred To Mainland France For Trial

Learn about the recent unrest in New Caledonia as pro-independence activists face charges and push for sovereignty from France.

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French Feminists March Against Far Right With Days Before Vote

Thousands of people turned out in France on Sunday for feminist demonstrations against the far right, which is expected to come out on top in June 30 snap elections, as parties sought to shore up support with days to go.

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New Caledonia Indigenous independence leader transferred to mainland France for pre-trial detention

New Caledonia’s public prosecutor says a pro-independence leader in the French Pacific territory has been transferred to a prison facility in mainland France to await trial for his alleged role in a recent deadly unrest

The Independent UK

Macron, Attal ratings slump as National Rally retains the lead ahead of snap elections

President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Gabriel Attal have experienced a significant decline in popularity, while the latest polls shows France's far-right National Rally in the lead ahead of legislative elections taking place over two rounds at the end of June and beginning of July.

Radio France Internationale

Fresh menu for France's first-ever ambassador of gastronomy

Guillaume Gomez is France's first-ever ambassador for gastronomy. He's worked as a chef for four French presidents and was the youngest person to receive the "Best Artisan" award for his culinary skills. This year France is celebrating the centenary of the prestigious prize that highlights the incredible talent of the…

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‘It will be a very big moment’: can Labour revisit Brexit – and heal bitter divisions with Europe?

European leaders will welcome a prime minister Starmer – and a new government will need the EU for its growth and security agenda. But it’s not going to be easy

The Guardian - UK

‘Mother of all battles’: French left join forces to beat far-right electoral threat

The Socialists, Greens and Communists have put aside their differences to form a ‘New Popular Front’

The Guardian - UK

French football v the far right: how Mbappé and Les Bleus stood up to extremism

Kylian Mbappé and Marcus Thuram enraged sections of the press when they denounced extremists in France’s election. Other famous French footballers have been there before

The Guardian - UK

Former French President Hollande Says Macron Ascendency 'Is Over'

French President Emmanuel Macron's ascendancy is "over", former head of state Francois Hollande told AFP Saturday, after his former protege called a snap election likely to hand massive gains to the far right.

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Trial opens against women spreading false transgender claims about Brigitte Macron

Two women were in court this week over false claims that France's first lady Brigitte Macron is transgender, an allegation which sparked online rumour-mongering by conspiracy theorists and the far right.

Radio France Internationale

Rwanda marks 30 years since France's contested mission to stem 1994 genocide

This Saturday marks a milestone for Rwanda: 30 years since Operation Turquoise, the controversial French-led military intervention launched in the final weeks of the 1994 genocide. The anniversary revives questions over France's role in the events of 1994, and the diplomatic tensions between Paris and Kigali that have marked the…

France 24

France’s new left-wing alliance unveils ambitious economic programme – and how they'll pay for it

The left-wing New Popular Front coalition announced in a joint press conference Friday just how much its ambitious economic programme is going to cost – and how it’s going to fund it. But for a left fighting against decades of neoliberal economic orthodoxy, convincing voters that alternatives are possible could…

The Guardian - UK

‘They’re trying to divide us’: Muslims in France voice fears over rise of far right

People in Lyon say country at dangerous juncture in snap elections after National Rally’s EU parliamentary gains

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French political camps draw battle lines over economic policies

As France heads for snap elections, political parties' economic policies are under extra scrutiny after the European Commission this week rebuked the country over its failure to keep its budget deficit within EU limits.

International Business Times

French Left Vows New Taxes As Snap Election Draws Near

Left-wing parties in France on Friday pledged to raise 30 billion euros a year from taxing businesses and the rich if they win a majority at snap parliamentary polls, drawing ire from centrists and business leaders.

International Business Times

How France's Far-right Is Winning The TikTok Battle

If social media statistics were a solid predictor of voting intentions, France's far-right leader Jordan Bardella would be a shoo-in for prime minister.

The Guardian - UK

Whoever wins the French elections must beware of the markets

France’s economy minister name-checked Liz Truss as he sought to warn voters of the risks of voting for RN

France 24

How Jordan Bardella became France’s far-right poster boy

With a charismatic blend of youthful vigour and strategic communication, far-right leader Jordan Bardella has captivated millions on social media, a sign of the "Bardella mania" that has swept through France’s younger demographic. At just 28, Bardella's ascent to the top of the National Rally party formerly led by Marine…

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France's Muslim voters fear far-right election win

Muslim voters are increasingly worried about the prospect of a far-right victory less than two weeks before France's snap parliamentary elections, fearing the possible restrictions that could follow.

International Business Times

Meloni, Macron Camps Tussle Over EU Parliament Ranking

A far-right camp led by Italian premier Giorgia Meloni's party and a centrist rival linked to France's Emmanuel Macron are tussling over which emerges larger in the EU parliament once the dust settles from elections this month.

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