EU braces for the nightmare scenario – a Eurosceptic France National Rally win may hamper bloc’s ability to get things done and pose existential question over French role The Guardian - UK · Jun 26, 2024
European Parliament at crossroads as right-wing parties triumph in EU vote While the centre-right European People’s Party remains the largest bloc, analysts say a shift to the right is likely. Al Jazeera · Jun 12, 2024
European elections: How will the vote work and what’s at stake? Far-right parties are expected to do well and could gain a stronger foothold in the European Parliament. Al Jazeera · Jun 5, 2024
EU faces ‘make or break moment’ for green transition, report says Researchers see political risks to decarbonisation plan across forthcoming elections, but also suggest steps to win support The Guardian - UK · Sep 28, 2023
Analysis: Concerns raised in Brussels over EU-Tunisia migration pact European aid is increasingly being used to prop up autocratic leaders who restrict their citizens’ rights, analysts say. Al Jazeera · Sep 16, 2023
‘Free the leopards!’: Tank dispute heightens Germany’s isolation over Ukraine Allies criticise Scholz over reluctance to allow German-made heavy armour to be used in fight against Russia Financial Times · Jan 23, 2023
Macron's struggles with young voters leave an opening for Le Pen "What we're seeing is sort of strong disengagement around these elections from from young people." Axios · Apr 18, 2022
Why France's presidential election matters on the world stage With war raging on the eastern fringe of the European Union, the outcome of the French election – the first round of which takes place on Sunday – will have major international implications. Radio France Internationale · Apr 8, 2022
Why this week's French elections matter to the wider world With war singing the European Union's eastern edge, French voters will make a choice in a presidential election that will have an impact beyond the country's borders The Independent UK · Apr 8, 2022