Macron justifies the upcoming election in France as vital for achieving "clarity."
The president took issue with the idea of an alliance between Eric Ciotti, head of right-wing Republicans, and the National Rally's (RN) strengthened right-wing populists for the National Assembly election. He claimed that the two parties are far from being in agreement, citing their contrasting stances on Ukraine and pensions.
During a press conference, Macron defended his government's balance, acknowledging its imperfections but highlighting its achievements. He urged those who reject the radicalism of the far right to come together. "We need to focus on security (...) and reduce unlawful immigration," he remarked, reflecting the right-wing populists' central themes.
He also expressed a need for a harsher approach towards juvenile violence. "The authority of the Republic must be demonstrated at all levels," he insisted. Additionally, Macron announced a debate on "laicité," the separate nature of religion and the state in France, which he plans to address, including the position of the Muslim community in society - a matter of frequent discussion among far-right populists.
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- Despite Eric Ciotti's proposed alliance with the strengthened right-wing populists of Rassemblement National for the European elections, President Emmanuel Macron believes they hold contrasting stances, specifically on Ukraine and pensions.
- In the midst of the European elections, Macron emphasized the importance of clarity, criticizing the prospect of an alliance between his Republicans and RN.
- At a press conference, Macron advocated for a unified front against the radicalism of the far right, a stance shared by Republicans but conflicting with RN's ideals.
- In relation to the National Assembly elections, Macron called for consensus on securing France and controlling unlawful immigration, concepts that resonate with the right-wing populists' central themes.
- Following Macron's remarks, the upcoming French election gained further significance, as it not only serves to bring clarity but also emphasis the divide between his Republicans and RN, particularly on issues like Ukraine and pensions.
- In the midst of domestic political maneuvers, Macron also announced a debate on "laicité," aiding in shedding light on France's religious and political landscape, an issue that has garnered attention from both right-wing populists and the Muslim community.
