Polls have opened in France for the second and final round of parliamentary elections, marking a crucial moment in the country’s political landscape. The far-right National Rally is optimistic about a potential historic victory following significant gains in the first round last month. However, left-wing and centrist groups are determined to prevent the party from securing an absolute majority.
Al Jazeera’s correspondents Step Vaessen in Paris and Ibtissem Guenfoud in Marseille are closely monitoring the latest developments as voters across France cast their ballots. Hugo Drochon, a Professor of Political Theory at the University of Nottingham, provides valuable insights into the election process.
The outcome of this election could have far-reaching implications for the future direction of France, with the National Rally under the leadership of figures such as Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella vying for power against other major political players like Emmanuel Macron and Jean-Luc Mélenchon. The results are eagerly anticipated as the country awaits to see which party will emerge victorious in shaping the trajectory of French politics.
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