France Faces Political Stagnation and Public Discontent Ahead of 2027 Elections
France's 2025-2026 political landscape is characterized by government instability, public debt challenges, and widespread disillusionment ahead of key elections.
France's 2025-2026 political landscape is characterized by government instability, public debt challenges, and widespread disillusionment ahead of key elections.
Marine Le Pen will attend Brigitte Bardot's January 7 funeral in Saint-Tropez amid calls for a national tribute, though the family has not accepted the presidential offer.
An Ipsos survey reveals deep pessimism among the French for 2026, while President Macron addresses national gloom in his New Year's speech amid ongoing political instability.
France faces political paralysis and growing youth disengagement as it nears the 2027 presidential election, despite pressing geopolitical challenges and defense needs.
Éric Ciotti advances his alliance with the Rassemblement National, challenging Les Républicains and reshaping right-wing politics ahead of France’s 2027 presidential election.
Jordan Bardella leads political popularity polls for 2025 and outlines a tough agenda for 2026, positioning himself as a key contender for France's 2027 presidential election.
Public distrust of French politicians grows amid political instability, with no politicians in the top favorite personalities list and concerns over upcoming elections in 2026 and 2027.
After Michel Barnier's fall, French political leaders propose new governments and stress urgent economic reforms amid social controversies.
French tech subsidiary S3ns secures SecNumCloud certification for its Premi3ns hybrid cloud service, promoting data sovereignty with key clients onboard.
December 2025 polls show Macron's steady but low approval, rising scores for Bardella, and an unexpected political entry in Nice by ex-OGC Nice president Jean-Pierre Rivère.
Amid rising political pressure, France Télévisions faces scrutiny over neutrality and funding, mirroring challenges confronting public broadcasters across Europe.
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu successfully passes the social security budget amid ongoing political deadlock over France's state budget, prompting government contingency plans and economic growth forecast updates.
Political books by French politicians often underperform commercially despite being popular campaign tools ahead of elections.
Édouard Philippe insists on winning the 2026 Le Havre mayoral election as a key step before pursuing the 2027 presidency, dismissing right-wing primaries and highlighting his strategic political positioning.
Marine Tondelier has been confirmed as Les Ecologistes' candidate in the 2027 left primary, aiming to unite the left against the extreme right despite internal party debates.
Jordan Bardella's bestselling autobiographies provide financial backing for his presidential campaign, signaling greater independence within the RN.
Nicolas Sarkozy reveals he will not oppose the RN in 2027, sparking debate over a right-wing union in France ahead of the elections.
Les Républicains are divided as Xavier Bertrand rejects any alliance with the far-right National Rally, contrasting with Nicolas Sarkozy’s call for a broad right-wing coalition including RN.
French citizens' rising frustration with politics has translated into increased hostility towards political leaders amid approaching elections.
A recent study shows historic political concern among French citizens amid fears of democratic instability, while Aix-Marseille Université launches a campaign to increase youth voting participation ahead of 2026 municipal elections.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot accuses Mélenchon and Le Pen of Kremlin ties while reaffirming France’s strong support for Ukraine and defense initiatives.
The recent assault on Jordan Bardella underscores the increasing political violence and tensions characterizing France's election campaign season, raising alarm among experts and politicians.
Marine Le Pen expresses confidence as Jordan Bardella leads polls for the 2027 French presidential election amid her possible ineligibility.
Facing internal divisions and the rise of the far-right, France's left-wing political forces struggle to unify ahead of the 2027 presidential election, with calls for a collective project and potential candidacy of Raphaël Glucksmann.
Two dangerous inmates escaped from Dijon prison by sawing through cell bars amid warnings of severe overcrowding and declining security conditions.
TF1 teams with YouTuber Gaspard G to produce political podcasts aimed at engaging young voters ahead of France's 2027 presidential election.
Jordan Bardella advances his 2027 presidential campaign with a bestselling book tour and lively public appearances, strengthening his status as Marine Le Pen’s political heir.
Marine Le Pen remains determined to run as Rassemblement National's candidate in the 2027 presidential election despite a pending appeal against her legal ineligibility.
Yannick Jadot publicly distances himself from Marine Tondelier’s political direction and critiques ecology’s role ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Lyon's new outdoor nursery offers inclusive, nature-centered education with eco-friendly design, marking a first in France.
Political leaders increasingly rely on polls to shape 2026 French municipal elections amid youth feeling sidelined and critical of politicians.
Leftist parties in France, including Jean-Luc Mélenchon, Bernard Cazeneuve, and united left groups, hold key rallies highlighting their positioning ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Left-wing leaders debate unity and candidate selection methods for the 2027 presidential elections amid internal divisions and opposition challenges.
Bruno Retailleau's Senate return signals leadership challenges and political instability for Les Républicains amid 2025 election dynamics and party dissent.
A recent IPSOS-CEVIPOF survey indicates a resurging left-right divide in French politics amid coalition struggles and rising extreme-right influence.
The French government has suspended Shein's operations amid revelations of illegal and harmful products sold on its platform, drawing strong condemnation and sector support.
Algeria views the French National Assembly's resolution denouncing the 1968 migration agreement as an internal French matter, stressing it does not currently affect Algerian-French relations directly.
Jean-Luc Mélenchon criticizes the Socialist Party for aligning with center-left Renaissance, opposing recent budget changes and impacting election support.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu postpones the Zucman tax debate to the next presidential election amid contentious 2026 budget talks.
For the first time since 1958, the French National Assembly adopted a far-right RN resolution, breaking its long-standing political isolation.