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France on Edge: The Far-Right Surges Ahead in a Historic Election Twist.

By Julie 

In a political shockwave reverberating across Europe, France is witnessing the unprecedented rise of the far-right National Rally (RN), led by Marine Le Pen’s protégé, Jordan Bardella. The first round of France’s snap parliamentary elections has thrown the country into a state of tension, as President Emmanuel Macron’s centrist alliance falls far behind.

With the National Rally securing a strong lead, and the leftist New Popular Front alliance trailing close, France is now at a historic crossroads: a potential far-right-led government in one of the EU’s strongest democracies.

But what’s driving this political earthquake?

Why This Matters Globally:

  • A far-right win in France could shake the EU: France is a core EU member and nuclear power. A shift in Paris could affect policies on immigration, climate, and foreign aid.

  • It signals a broader trend: Across Europe, far-right movements are gaining ground — in Italy, Hungary, the Netherlands, and now possibly France.

  • France’s foreign policy could shift: A far-right government might take a harder stance on NATO, immigration, and relations with Africa.

What’s at Stake:

  • Immigrant rights and civil liberties

  • France’s role in EU integration

  • Tensions with marginalized communities

As voters head into the final round, France is staring down the barrel of political polarization. The world is watching closely. What happens in Paris could ripple far beyond French borders.


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