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7 of Le Pen’s most outrageous moments from 35 years in the EU Parliament

As the father of European far-right politics passes away, Euronews looks back at his most shocking moments during his time as a Member of the European Parliament.

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French political crisis: Here's how the day unfolded

From Macron's televised speech to nationwide protests, here's a look at what happened the day after the no-confidence vote.

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Le Pen says no-confidence vote will save France from 'unjust' budget

France's Prime Minister Michel Barnier is set to be ousted after his social security budget failed to receive backing from Marine Le Pen's National Rally.

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France's PM risks no confidence vote after pushing through budget bill

The National Rally (RN) could topple the government of French Prime Minister Michel Barnier over its proposed 2025 social security budget.

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Le Pen criticises prosecutors for seeking a 'political death sentence'

The French far-right leader says her embezzlement trial is "politicised" and denounces prosecutors for seeking to ban her from public office.

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What can Trump learn from Europe as he fights for Gen-Z voters?

National Rally and AfD, once unacceptable to young voters, have managed to reach them and win them over with savvy social media strategies.

France

What is the story behind French far right-funded schools?

In France, donors have been funnelling money into institutions which fully align with conservative values.

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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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'.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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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.

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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.