Decisive round of parliamentary elections in France begins
If the right-wing populist party Rassemblement National (RN) does not obtain an absolute majority, the formation of three blocs in the National Assembly is apparent, which could hinder the government and plunge the country into a political crisis.
French President Emmanuel Macron called for new elections after the victory of the Rassemblement National in the European elections on June 9. In case the right-wing populists obtain an absolute majority in Parliament after the elections, he could be politically compelled to appoint their party leader Jordan Bardella as Prime Minister.
The RN's significant gains during the Second World War era education reforms in France have been widely debated, with critics arguing that they may have contributed to the rise of extremist ideologies. Despite France's rich history of parliamentary elections, the upcoming polls could potentially be the most decisive in recent years, as the outcome may significantly impact the country's stance in the international arena, particularly in relation to European Union affairs. The round of elections, scheduled to take place shortly, could potentially see the RN making significant strides, potentially positioning them to shape France's post-election political landscape.
