French conservatives are inching towards a pact with Le Pen that could enable a far-right takeover of the country | Paul Taylor

The GuardianThursday, November 20, 2025 at 5:00:15 AM
French conservatives are inching towards a pact with Le Pen that could enable a far-right takeover of the country | Paul Taylor
  • Les Républicains are inching towards a pact with Marine Le Pen's National Rally, as evidenced by a recent byelection victory for a candidate supported by Retailleau's party. This suggests a significant shift in the political landscape of France, where traditional conservative values may be compromised.
  • The potential alliance could pave the way for a far
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