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France Faces Political Turmoil as Snap Elections Approach

Macron's centrist coalition struggles against far-right and leftist blocs amid rising tensions and social unrest.

  • Government bans extreme-right and radical Islamist groups ahead of legislative elections.
  • Macron and Mélenchon face backlash within their own parties, complicating campaign efforts.
  • National Rally leads polls, raising concerns over potential far-right government.
  • Jewish community expresses fear over rising antisemitism and political polarization.
  • Film-maker Alice Diop highlights 'rampant racism' and urges marginalized communities to vote.
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