The leader of France's far-right party, National Rally, has reversed course on the party's pledge to withdraw from NATO's strategic military command. Jordan Bardella, the party president, stated at an arms trade show in Villepinte that he intends to uphold France's international commitments if his party secures a parliamentary majority. This shift in stance comes as Bardella seeks to broaden the party's appeal ahead of the upcoming parliamentary election.
Bardella emphasized the importance of France's role within NATO, particularly in light of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. He highlighted the need for France to maintain its responsibilities and credibility on the European stage by remaining part of NATO's military command structure.
