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The National Rally (RN), formerly known as the National Front, is a far-right party in France that has surged in popularity in recent years. Led by Marine Le Pen, the party advocates for nationalist and anti-immigration policies, while also making overtures to progressive ideals such as environmentalism and feminism. The RN has strong ties to the Kremlin and has attracted a younger voter base in recent years. If the RN wins the upcoming legislative elections, it could lead to a period of cohabitation in France, with President Macron remaining in office but the RN controlling domestic policy through the prime minister.

French President Emmanuel Macron has dissolved the country’s National Assembly and called for snap legislative elections after suffering a major defeat in the European Parliament election. Macron acknowledged the party’s defeat in the EU parliamentary elections and stated that he would not leave the concerns raised by the voters unanswered. The announcement came shortly after projected results from France put the far-right National Rally party of Marine Le Pen well ahead in the European Union’s parliamentary election. Many experts believe that calling a snap election attracts a massive political risk for Macron since his party could suffer more losses.

French President Emmanuel Macron will deliver a speech on Thursday, outlining his vision for a more assertive Europe in the face of Russia’s war in Ukraine, security concerns, and economic challenges. The speech, ahead of pivotal European Parliament elections in June, will focus on strategic and geopolitical issues, including defense, the economy, environmental protection, and safeguarding democracy.