France

2024 - 6 - 26

France on the Brink: Far-right MEPs, Macron's Warnings, and Election Tensions

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Discover the latest buzz in France - from far-right ambitions to election violence predictions. 🇫🇷 #France #Elections #FarRight

France is currently a cauldron of political drama as the country grapples with the rise of far-right MEPs eyeing power. Fabrice Leggeri, a former EU border chief, boldly states his qualifications exceed those of the average politician, shaking up the traditional political landscape. President Emmanuel Macron, facing challenges, calls for new elections after a setback in the European Parliament, setting the stage for a high-stakes political showdown.

Amidst the turmoil, filmmaker Alice Diop raises awareness about 'rampant racism' and mobilizes voters against the far-right on housing estates, highlighting the deep-seated social issues at play. Concerns about a potential civil war loom large as Macron warns of dire consequences if extreme ideologies prevail in the upcoming elections, creating a tense atmosphere in the country.

The Tour de France takes a surprising turn as calls for American sports league-style reforms emerge to tackle instability in professional cycling. Additionally, the looming threat of election-related violence ahead of the Paris Olympics adds an extra layer of uncertainty to the already volatile political climate in France.

In a divided nation, voters on the left strive to unite against the far right, testing Macron's leadership and the country's political dynamics. With tensions running high and the specter of civil unrest lingering, France stands on the precipice of significant political transformation.

Did you know that President Macron's warning of a civil war if far-right or left-wing parties win the elections has caused a stir in the country? Additionally, Alice Diop, the renowned filmmaker, aims to combat racism and social disparities through her impactful documentaries, sparking vital conversations in French society.

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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 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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Film-maker warns against 'rampant racism' in France as election ... (The Guardian)

Alice Diop, one of France's top documentary and feature directors, aiming to mobilise voters on housing estates against the far right.

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

In his acceptance speech after being re-elected in 2022, Mr Macron said he had understood the message of French voters. But having failed to build alliances ...

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

It was a foregone conclusion that President Emmanuel Macron's centrist coalition would be outperformed in the European Parliament elections. Marine Le Pen's ...

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Macron Warns of a Civil War in France (Firstpost)

French president Emmanuel Macron has warned that France will descend into a civil war if the far-right or the left-wing win the upcoming snap elections.

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European Elections: Vote For France's Far-right National Rally (Barron's)

The Barron's news department was not involved in the creation of the content above. This article was produced by AFP. For more information go to AFP.com.

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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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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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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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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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Factor Bikes unveil limited edition 2024 Tour de France OSTRO ... (Israel - Premier Tech)

Factor Bikes, the high performance cycling brand, has unveiled a special edition OSTRO VAM 2024 that Israel – Premier Tech's riders will race on at the Tour ...

What is France's (Nouveau) Front Populaire and why is it significant? (The Connexion)

France's major left-wing parties have joined together in an alliance ahead of the parliamentary elections on 30 June and 7 July. The new alliance has its ...

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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 ...

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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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Tour de France 2024: stage-by-stage guide to this year's race (The Guardian)

A Grand Départ in Florence and a finish in Nice rather than Paris will not please traditionalists, but there is plenty of familiar terrain in between.

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Tour de France 2024: the Yellow Jersey Favorites - Alpecin Cycling (Alpecin Cycling)

Countdown to the 2024 Tour de France. Who has the best chance of taking yellow – Jonas Vingegaard, Tadej Pogacar, Remco Evenepoel, or Primoz Roglic?

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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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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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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'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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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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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 ...

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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 pick in the NBA draft, going to the Atlanta Hawks.

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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 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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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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Bicycling's Staff Predictions for the 2024 Tour de France (Bicycling)

From hair bleaching to dachshunds, our racing news team members cover all bases in predicting the results and major storylines of the year's biggest cycling ...

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