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European far-right parties are squeezing theatre, says industry chief

There is growing drama and conflict off-stage for theatre makers who are under attack from far-right political ideologues, according to a leading figure for European theatre.

France

French government to survive no confidence vote with far-right backing

The Tuesday vote comes as Barnier's fragile government faces a major challenge to get next year's budget approved, despite not having a majority in parliament.

France

Marine Le Pen to launch lawsuit after father filmed with neo-Nazi band

Jean-Marie Le Pen was serenaded by a group known to have ties to an international far-right organisation.

Europe News

Macron refuses to name prime minister from left-wing coalition

While the talks were "fair, sincere, and useful," no practical solution was reached, said Macron. The government would probably fall apart upon the appointment of a left-wing prime minister, he said.

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Europe News

French elections: Record number of far-right MPs arrive to Parliament

After a surprising defeat in the second round of the French legislative elections on Sunday, the National Rally party led by Marine Le Pen remains a major force in the National Assembly.

Europe News

French authorities open probe into Le Pen's 2022 campaign finances

The judicial probe, which began last week, will investigate allegations of accepting a financial loan, misappropriation of property, fraud and forgery.

Radio Schuman

What role for far-right Patriots in the European Parliament?

Patriots of Europe is the new far-right group at the European Parliament, initiated by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban. Led by Jordan Bardella, the new political force will oppose the so-called 'cordon sanitaire'.

Green News

French Green leader emerges as key figure against far-right

Green Party leader Marine Tondelier has been one of the stand-out voices in the leftwing election campaign.

Europe News

What does the French left's shock election win mean for Europe?

Experts say the anti-far-right bulwark has safeguarded the European bloc from a political shock.

Radio Schuman

What's next after surprise French election results?

The New Popular Front defied Ipsos predictions in topping yesterday's second-round vote, followed by Emmanuel Macron's Party with the far-right National Rally in third place. But what could the next government look like?

Europe News

Showdown for far-right Patriots in quest for third-biggest group

Viktor Orbán’s bid to make his new far-right alliance the third force in the European Parliament reaches its climax this week – but whether the group will be able to wield clout in the Parliament remains moot.

Europe News

RN stumbles in French legislative vote but sets sight on 2027 ballot

The left-wing New Popular Front coalition was the surprise winner of Sunday's snap legislative elections in France with Macron's centrist coalition coming in second.

Europe News

Left-wing coalition wins most seats in French legislative elections

But the result puts France in uncharted territory as it's never experienced a parliament with no dominant party. What happens next largely depends on the deeply unpopular president, Emmanuel Macron.

Germany

Relief in Germany over French parliamentary elections turnaround

With most major politicians holding back until the official results are in, the extraordinary turnaround away from a looming hard-right government indicated by the exit polls has led to first reactions in the neighbouring European nation.

France

Could France’s legislative elections spark Macron’s resignation?

Political wrangling could be on the horizon if the French president is pushed to appoint a PM from a rival party. But what could this mean for this job?

Europe News

No majority, no obvious coalition: What is next in France?

The victorious left/green New Popular Front and an unexpected surge in votes for president Macron's liberal Ensemble alliance have beaten Marine Le Pen's nationalists into third place in France’s legislative assembly elections.

Radio Schuman

What is the price of French political instability for the EU?

French voters will head to the polls on Sunday, 7 July, for the final round of national elections, with expectations of political instability in the aftermath.

Europe News

French legislative elections: Voters' dilemma when candidates withdraw

In Tourcoing, the NFP candidate withdrew from the race to block the far right. Now, voters will have to choose between Gérald Darmanin and the RN in the second round.

Europe News

How extreme is too extreme for Europe's far right?

National Rally, Reform UK and others have all rejected allegations of extremism, but drawing the line isn't simple.

Radio Schuman

How will France's far-right National Rally impact Brussels?

How could France's second legislative election this Sunday (7 July) affect the European Parliament? Radio Schuman talked to a National Rally MEP to find out.