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2024 - 6 - 26

France's Political Landscape: Unity, Division, and High Stakes

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Discover how France's political factions are gearing up for a test of power and influence!

In the midst of a divided France, voters on the left are hoping to band together against the rising far-right movement. President Emmanuel Macron faces a crucial moment as he tests the country's support post his setback to hardliners in the European Parliament election. The emergence of a New Popular Front, a coalition of left-wing parties, poses a challenge to both Macron and Marine Le Pen, aiming to shake up the political landscape. With a far-right victory potentially altering French foreign policy, the upcoming elections hold immense significance.

As the specter of a 'Civil War' looms due to religious divides and mass immigration policies, Macron has criticized the National Rally for allegedly reducing individuals to their religious or ethnic identities. The possibility of a hard-right government coming to power raises concerns about France's relations with Europe, leading to speculations on potential disruptions or attempts to influence the EU from within. The country braces for possible election-related violence, highlighting the tense atmosphere ahead of the Paris Olympics.

With the ban on extreme-right and radical Islamist groups, France takes preemptive measures to maintain stability and curb extremism. Activists gear up for protests against right-wing parties, adding to the charged political climate. In the run-up to the 2024 elections, key party figures are set to play pivotal roles, shaping the future of French governance.

Fun Fact: The EU's former border chief, now a far-right MEP, claims expertise beyond that of a senior civil servant or politician, stirring debates on qualifications in politics. Did you know that France is on the brink of potentially having its first far-right government since World War Two, marking a significant shift in the country's political landscape?

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In a divided France, voters on the left hope to unite against the far right (Aljazeera.com)

President Emmanuel Macron tests the country's support after losing to hardliners in the European Parliament election.

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EU's former border chief turned far-right MEP wants to be France's ... (POLITICO.eu)

I think I have experience and qualifications that are beyond [those] of a senior civil servant or average politician,” said Fabrice Leggeri.

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France's New Popular Front Can Stop the Far Right (Jacobin magazine)

In France, the left-wing parties have allied in a Nouveau Front Populaire, challenging both Emmanuel Macron and Marine Le Pen. France Insoumise MP Clémence ...

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France's Far Right at the Gates of Power (The New York Times)

After a big loss in voting for the European Parliament, President Emmanuel Macron has gambled on new elections in France.

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France Election: Will an RN Win Change Macron's Ukraine, EU ... (Foreign Policy)

What Would a Far-Right Victory Mean for French Foreign Policy? Cohabitation would test France's approach toward Ukraine, Israel, NATO, and the EU. By Célia ...

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France on a verge of 'Civil War' due to religious divide amid mass ... (Business Today)

Macron accused National Rally of seeking to reduce individuals to their religious or ethnic identity due to mass immigration policies, a stance he argued ...

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A hard-right government might disrupt France's relations with Europe (The Economist)

Or it could try to change the EU from within—which would be worse, reckons Jean Pisani-Ferry | By Invitation.

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France Braces For Election-Related Violence Ahead Of Paris Olympics (HuffPost)

It's possible that there will be extremely strong tensions,” the country's interior minister said.

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Live: France bans radical groups ahead of divisive snap polls (FRANCE 24)

French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin on Wednesday ordered the dissolution of extreme right and radical Islamist groups, four days before the June 30 ...

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France bans extreme-right and radical Islamic groups ahead of ... (ABC News)

France's government has ordered the dissolution of multiple extreme right and radical Muslim groups, four days before the first round of high-stakes ...

Activists to protest across France through early July against right ... (Crisis24)

Activists to protest across France through early July against right-wing parties in upcoming French elections June 29-30, July 6-7.

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France election 2024: key party figures to know in the campaign (Reuters)

France is the closest it has been to having a far-right government since World War Two, with the anti-immigrant National Rally (RN) riding high in opinion ...

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Why The Tour De France Should Be More American (Forbes)

To address a perpetual lack of stability, professional cycling would be improved if it operated more like an American sports league.

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France news roundup: 20-26 June - Research Professional News (Research Professional News)

This week: election manifestos, a neurodevelopment institute and a research programme for creatives.

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Ancient Roman sanctuary — built to welcome the faithful ... (Miami Herald)

When real estate developers began work at an old hospital in northwestern France, they discovered remnants of a once bustling ancient Roman city.

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France's Risacher selected to Atlanta Hawks with top pick in NBA Draft (FRANCE 24)

The 19-year-old forward, who stands 6-foot-9 (2.06m), was the second Frenchman in a row to be chosen number one after Victor Wembanyama was taken by the San ...

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Hawks pick France's Zaccharie Risacher at No. 1 in NBA draft - ESPN (ESPN)

French forward Zaccharie Risacher, 19, becomes the fourth international prospect to be taken with the top overall pick in the NBA draft, ...

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Historic NBA draft for France, which joins US as only country with 3 ... (WVNS-TV)

And as the first round was a coming to an end, a total of four Frenchmen had been drafted: Zaccharie Risacher. Alex Sarr. Tidjane Salaun. Pacome Dadiet. The ...

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Historic NBA draft for France, which joins US as only country with 3 ... (The Associated Press)

The country Tony Parker win four NBA titles with the San Antonio Spurs are a true gold medal threat thanks in part to Minnesota center Rudy Gobert, this ...

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France elections: What is cohabitation? (The Indian Express)

After 22 years, there is a real chance that the French National Assembly will not be headed by someone from the party of the President.

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CPC to host Canada Paralympic House at Embassy of Canada to ... (Canadian Paralympic Committee)

With the return of family and friends cheering in person for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, the Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC) will be hosting ...

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Rail route of the month: Nantes to Quimper, France – a Breton classic (The Guardian)

In Brittany, modern regional trains with huge windows invite you to soak up the views. Our author's final piece in her series takes in the line to ...

Vive la France! Hawks take Risacher No. 1 in NBA draft (The Steubenville Herald-Star)

NEW YORK (AP) — First, Victor Wembanyama, now Zaccharie Risacher. These days, American college players have to wait their turn in the NBA draft. It's some.

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PREVIEW INFO WITH THREE DAYS TO GO - Tour de France 2024 (Tour de France)

2022 World Champion Remco Evenepoel is all set for his Tour de France debut, whilst Italian Champion Alberto Bettiol will proudly represent his home region of ...

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Tour de France 2024 Livestream: Here's How to Watch the Cycling ... (Hollywood Reporter)

The Tour de France 2024 is a 21-day cycling race starting in Florence, Italy and ending in Nice, France — here's where to find and watch online.

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Explained: How France's two-round voting system works (The Local France)

Most French elections are voted on in a two-round system. Local, regional, parliamentary and presidential elections all have two rounds - the exception is ...

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Tour de France 2024 stage-by-stage guide: Route maps and profiles ... (The Independent)

This year's Tour de France will take the peloton from Florence to a time-trial finish in Nice via some epic climbs in the Pyrenees and the Alps.

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Raphaël Glucksmann, the man who revived France's centre-left (FRANCE 24)

Raphaël Glucksmann, co-founder of the centre-left Place Publique party, emerged from a surprisingly strong showing in the June 9 European elections to find ...

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Business - France's major parties trade barbs over economy in TV ... (FRANCE 24)

Ahead of the first round of voting in legislative elections on June 30, top representatives of France's major parties and alliances took part in a televised ...

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