Tag: rally
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Leftwing Coalition Surpasses Far Right in French Parliamentary Elections, No Party Secures Majority
In a surprising turn of events, the second round of France’s parliamentary elections saw the left-wing New Popular Front taking the lead, with President Macron’s Ensemble in second place, and Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally being pushed to third. This outcome defied the pre-election forecasts which had anticipated a strong performance from Le Pen’s…
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Far-Right National Party Leads First Round of French Parliamentary Elections with Historic Gains
Exit polls from the first round of France’s parliamentary election indicate that the far-right has achieved historic gains, marking a significant shift in the nation’s political landscape. Marine Le Pen’s National Rally topped the polls with over a third of the votes, outpacing the left-wing coalition and relegating President Macron’s centrist alliance to third place.…
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Biden Addresses Age and Debate Performance Concerns, Vows to Persevere
President Biden addressed concerns about his age and performance during his first televised presidential debate with Donald Trump, emphasizing resilience and the importance of getting back up after being knocked down. His speech at a campaign rally aimed to reassure both the public and the Democratic party amidst discussions on his capability to serve another…
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Hundreds of Thousands in Germany Protest Against Far-Right Extremism and Xenophobia
Hundreds of thousands of people have taken to the streets in Germany to protest against far-right extremism, following revelations about a secretive meeting attended by members of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, discussing the mass deportation of foreigners and some German citizens. Demonstrations have been occurring for weeks, with the most recent rally in…
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Putin Launches Re-election Campaign Amid Ongoing Ukraine Conflict and Prisoner Exchange
Russian President Vladimir Putin has officially begun his re-election campaign, which could extend his tenure for another six years. This political move occurs amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, where a recent prisoner swap saw the return of around 200 soldiers and civilians from both sides. At a campaign event in Moscow, Putin claimed a…