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🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"Goodbye but not farewell": in Nice, Christian Estrosi leaves his position and wants to take a "step back"

Christian Estrosi announces his departure from municipal and metropolitan functions after a significant electoral defeat to Éric Ciotti in Nice.

Mar 22 • 22:37 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"If we want to win the presidential election, we will necessarily need this union": Éric Ciotti wants to make his victory in Nice a laboratory for 2027

Éric Ciotti plans to leverage his political victory in Nice as a means to unite for a successful presidential campaign in 2027.

Mar 22 • 21:46 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Election Results: In Nice, Éric Ciotti Elected Mayor with 45% of the Votes, According to Initial Estimates

Éric Ciotti has been elected mayor of Nice, defeating incumbent Christian Estrosi with approximately 46% of the votes.

Mar 22 • 19:36 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: In Nice, Estrosi Hopes for a Miracle Against Ciotti

In the lead-up to the 2026 municipal elections in Nice, Mayor Christian Estrosi faces a significant challenge from his former protégé Éric Ciotti, trailing in the polls and hoping for an electoral turnaround.

Mar 20 • 18:15 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Le Pen's ally may rise to lead the center of the French Riviera

Eric Ciotti, an ally of Marine Le Pen, is poised to win the second round of mayoral elections in Nice, France, as the National Rally hopes his victory will unite right-leaning voters for future elections.

Mar 20 • 15:34 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"Time for Change": Éric Ciotti Presents a New Campaign Slogan

Éric Ciotti, a candidate in the Nice municipal elections, has unveiled a new campaign slogan, 'Time for Change,' as he heads into the second round of voting.

Mar 19 • 16:33 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"The Devil Has Changed Camp": In Nice, the Outlines of a New Right

The article discusses the evolving political landscape in Nice, France, highlighting a shift towards a new right-wing movement led by Éric Ciotti.

Mar 19 • 14:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Nice: Is Bruno Retailleau Right to Refuse to Call for Votes for Christian Estrosi Against Éric Ciotti?

The article discusses the political dynamics in Nice regarding the municipal elections, specifically focusing on Bruno Retailleau's decision not to support Christian Estrosi against Éric Ciotti.

Mar 19 • 09:34 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Nice: Why Bruno Retailleau Let Go of Christian Estrosi

Bruno Retailleau, the leader of the Republicans, has declined to support Christian Estrosi in the Nice municipal elections, creating internal conflicts within the party.

Mar 18 • 18:03 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Éric Ciotti compared to Benito Mussolini: 'I would have been better off keeping quiet, I made a mistake,' regrets Nathalie Saint-Cricq

Journalist Nathalie Saint-Cricq expressed regret after comparing politician Éric Ciotti to Benito Mussolini during a live broadcast, prompting apologies from the news network Franceinfo.

Mar 17 • 11:02 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"She spoke the truth": on Instagram, Christian Estrosi supports Nathalie Saint-Cricq, who compared Éric Ciotti to Mussolini

Christian Estrosi publicly supported journalist Nathalie Saint-Cricq on Instagram after she was suspended for comparing Éric Ciotti to Mussolini on air.

Mar 16 • 21:57 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: The RN Facing a Disunited Republican Front

The RN is attempting to rally right-wing voters for the 2026 municipal elections in Nice, despite a lack of unity within the Republican front.

Mar 16 • 20:44 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Éric Ciotti compared to Benito Mussolini: France Télévisions immediately sanctions Nathalie Saint-Cricq

Nathalie Saint-Cricq, a journalist at France Télévisions, was sanctioned after comparing Éric Ciotti to Benito Mussolini during an election coverage broadcast.

Mar 16 • 11:38 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Éric Ciotti compared to Benito Mussolini: Pascal Praud defends Nathalie Saint-Cricq

Pascal Praud defended journalist Nathalie Saint-Cricq after she inadvertently compared Éric Ciotti to Benito Mussolini on live television.

Mar 16 • 11:32 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Nice: Christian Estrosi Calls to 'Block the Far Right' of Éric Ciotti

In the aftermath of the first round of municipal elections in Nice, the incumbent mayor, Christian Estrosi, urges a united front against his rival, Éric Ciotti of the far-right, as the second round approaches.

Mar 16 • 09:38 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: Nathalie Saint-Cricq Compares Éric Ciotti to 'Benito' Mussolini, Franceinfo Issues an Apology

Nathalie Saint-Cricq's comparison of Éric Ciotti to Mussolini during a live broadcast prompted Franceinfo to issue an apology for her inappropriate remarks.

Mar 16 • 09:01 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Nice: UDR-RN Candidate Éric Ciotti Far Ahead of Incumbent Mayor Christian Estrosi

In the first round of the municipal elections in Nice, Éric Ciotti of the UDR-RN party is leading significantly over the incumbent mayor Christian Estrosi.

Mar 15 • 20:26 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Nice: Business, Security, Housing... Key Takeaways from the Big Debate Among the Four Main Candidates

Four main candidates in Nice debated key issues ahead of the upcoming municipal elections, focusing on business, security, and housing.

Mar 7 • 22:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: Christian Estrosi vs. Éric Ciotti... Relive the debate of the candidates for the mayor of Nice

The debate among candidates for the 2026 Nice mayoral election highlighted tensions between Christian Estrosi and Éric Ciotti as they compete for voter support in the upcoming elections.

Mar 7 • 21:20 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Don Ciotti: “Towards the judges there is a punitive intent, the reform saves the powerful

Don Luigi Ciotti critiques the recent judicial reform in Italy, suggesting it aims to make the judiciary more compliant with executive power while failing to challenge the elite.

Mar 7 • 00:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Nice: Televised Debate on BFMTV and Le Figaro TV this Saturday, March 7

A televised debate for the Nice municipal elections will be held on March 7 on BFMTV and Le Figaro TV, featuring candidates Christian Estrosi, Éric Ciotti, Juliette Chesnel-Le Roux, and Mireille Damiano.

Mar 5 • 12:05 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Nice: The Ecologist Candidate Distributes Pokémon Cards to Challenge Competitors Estrosi and Ciotti

Juliette Chesnel-Le Roux, the ecologist candidate in Nice, is distributing Pokémon-inspired cards to raise awareness of her alternative electoral program.

Mar 4 • 06:02 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Nice: The Final Showdown Between Éric Ciotti and Christian Estrosi, Two Rival Brothers

The article discusses the upcoming municipal elections in Nice, focusing on the rivalry between incumbent mayor Christian Estrosi and deputy Éric Ciotti, both prominent figures on the right.

Feb 27 • 17:31 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Nice: Ciotti Takes the Lead Over Estrosi... Discover the Figaro Poll

A poll indicates that Éric Ciotti is poised to win the mayoral election in Nice against Christian Estrosi, leading significantly in preliminary rounds.

Feb 27 • 16:33 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: Éric Ciotti Clearly Leads in Nice According to a Survey, Christian Estrosi Denounces "Manipulation"

A recent poll indicates Éric Ciotti is leading the Nice municipal race with 41% of votes, while Christian Estrosi claims the survey is manipulated.

Feb 17 • 18:37 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: In the Alpes-Maritimes, The Republicans Divided on Nominations

The French Republican party faces internal divisions over candidate nominations for the 2026 municipal elections in the Alpes-Maritimes region.

Feb 16 • 09:59 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: the 'Scooter Hero' of the Nice Attack Joins Éric Ciotti

Franck Terrier, known for his heroism during the 2016 Nice attack, has joined political candidate Éric Ciotti's team ahead of the 2026 municipal elections.

Feb 12 • 17:28 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Nice: Jean-Marc Governatori Suspended from Regional Duties After Joining Éric Ciotti

Green politician Jean-Marc Governatori was suspended from his regional duties after aligning with Éric Ciotti in the Nice municipal elections.

Feb 11 • 13:18 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: In Nice, a former collaborator and trusted man of Éric Ciotti joins Christian Estrosi

In a surprising political shift, Benjamin Millo, a former close aide to Éric Ciotti, has announced his support for rival Christian Estrosi ahead of the 2026 municipal elections in Nice.

Feb 10 • 13:49 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The letter from Don Luigi Ciotti: "Welcome back Alberto, generous young man"

Don Luigi Ciotti expresses his joy at Alberto's release from unjust imprisonment, highlighting the support provided to his family during his absence.

Jan 12 • 06:19 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

In a letter to Emmanuel Macron, Éric Ciotti calls on the President of the Republic to recognize the Iranian opposition as the sole interlocutor

Éric Ciotti urges French President Emmanuel Macron to acknowledge the Iranian opposition as the only representative of the Iranian people in light of ongoing protests against the regime.

Jan 11 • 17:03 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"A principle today only partially recognized": Éric Ciotti wants to enshrine the "right to security" in the Constitution

Éric Ciotti, a deputy from Alpes-Maritimes, plans to introduce a constitutional bill to enshrine the 'right to security,' aiming for direct approval via a referendum.

Jan 11 • 06:44 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

In Nice, between Christian Estrosi and Éric Ciotti, the secrets of a fratricidal struggle for the mayor's office

In Nice, the rivalry between Christian Estrosi and Éric Ciotti intensifies as they prepare for the upcoming municipal elections, turning the city into a competitive battleground.

Jan 10 • 11:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

Suspicion of illegal data collection: Éric Ciotti questioned by the police

Alpes-Maritimes Deputy Éric Ciotti is being questioned by police regarding an investigation into the illegal collection of personal data for political purposes.

Jan 9 • 14:13 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: A former close associate of Christian Estrosi in Nice and senior official joins Éric Ciotti

Olivier Breuilly, the former director general of Nice services and a close associate of Christian Estrosi, is joining Éric Ciotti's campaign against his former boss.

Jan 7 • 16:57 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

The Advent of the Union of the Right: After His Alliance with the RN, Éric Ciotti Wants to Turn the Test

Éric Ciotti, following his unprecedented alliance with the National Rally, aims to achieve political success in Nice ahead of the challenges facing Marine Le Pen's party.

Dec 29 • 20:00 UTC

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