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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

France confirms classification of Mélenchon's party as extreme left for the first time

France's highest administrative court has confirmed the classification of the LFI party as extreme left and the UDR as extreme right for upcoming municipal elections.

Feb 27 • 20:58 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

From the PS to the Greens, the Stockholm Syndrome that Traps the Left in the Arms of the Unsubmissive

Jean-Luc Mélenchon and his party La France Insoumise are viewed as a refuge from the far-right National Rally by other left-wing parties, despite controversy and criticism surrounding his remarks.

Feb 27 • 18:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: The State Council Confirms the Classification of LFI as 'Far Left'

The State Council of France has confirmed the classification of the LFI party as 'far left' and the UDR party as 'far right' for the upcoming municipal elections in March 2026.

Feb 27 • 16:47 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Von der Leyen announces the 'provisional application' of the Mercosur agreement and overcomes the blockade from the extreme left and right

The European Commission has activated the provisional application of the Mercosur agreement, overcoming opposition from both extreme left and right factions in the European Parliament.

Feb 27 • 11:03 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Proportional and Prize, Here Are the New Rules. 'The Right Has More Chances'

The article discusses the potential effects of Italy's new electoral system on political parties, highlighting how the right may gain a better position as per recent simulations.

Feb 27 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Electoral law, Schlein: 'Unacceptable'. Uprising of the center-left: 'A distraction tactic'

Elly Schlein of the Democratic Party expresses frustration over approaches from the center-right regarding electoral law discussions, labeling them as unacceptable and calling for more serious dialogue with the Prime Minister.

Feb 26 • 22:12 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

France: Significant difference between far right and left reported by a poll

A recent poll indicates that 63% of French voters would choose any party other than the far-left party of Jean-Luc Mélenchon in a second round election, compared to 45% for any party other than Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally.

Feb 26 • 13:13 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Javier Cercas: "The lie that the King orchestrated the 23-F is created by the far-right and spread by the extreme left and secessionists"

Javier Cercas discusses the impact of declassified files related to the 1981 coup attempt in Spain, emphasizing the influence of his novel and the political narratives surrounding the event.

Feb 26 • 12:04 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Sports

Left, Right, Left..? Why Sanju Samson is Essential for the Right Start

The article discusses the strategic need for left-handed batsmen in the Indian white-ball cricket team, particularly in light of past underrepresentation and future challenges facing the team.

Feb 26 • 11:42 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

The murder of a right activist sheds light on Unsubmissive France: Who are they and what politics do they lead?

The murder of 23-year-old right-wing activist Quentin Deranque has led to the arrest of 11 individuals, including members associated with the extreme left party Unsubmissive France, sparking widespread public outrage.

Feb 25 • 17:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Macron: Political forces "that maintain ties with violent groups" should "clarify their positions"

French President Emmanuel Macron has stated that political forces with connections to violence must clarify their stances, addressing acts of violence from both far-left and far-right groups.

Feb 25 • 16:02 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Will the Right Win in 2027? Not Necessarily. In the Era of Triopoly, the Chances of Liberals and the Left are Growing

Polls suggest an uptick in anti-right sentiments in Poland, indicating challenges for the ruling Law and Justice Party (PiS) as support declines and new political configurations emerge.

Feb 25 • 09:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

France: Towards the prohibition of one far-left and three far-right groups after the murder of an activist

France plans to dissolve three far-right groups and one far-left group following the murder of a far-right activist.

Feb 24 • 17:54 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Half-empty left but cutting in the right swing

The article discusses the political dynamics between left and right wing factions in Iceland.

Feb 24 • 10:36 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Half-broken left but cutting to the right swing

The article discusses political tensions in Iceland, indicating a fragmentation in left-wing politics and a swing towards right-wing ideologies.

Feb 24 • 10:36 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Bakić from Možemo does not see left-wing radicalism: Just look at how much there is in his party

Damir Bakić from the Možemo party responded to accusations of left-wing radicalism by highlighting the lack of evidence and accusing others of right-wing extremism.

Feb 23 • 19:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Similar, ideological extremes have always been clients of political violence

A young far-right activist was murdered in Lyon, France, by far-left militants during a protest, leading to national outrage and finger-pointing at extremist rhetoric.

Feb 23 • 14:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

‘Adelante Andalucía calls at your door’. The Andalusian coalition launches its pre-campaign 'without getting caught up in the squabbles of the left'

The Andalusian coalition Adelante Andalucía is initiating a door-to-door campaign to engage disillusioned voters ahead of the upcoming regional elections, positioning itself as a 'third way' alternative to both the right and the current coalition government.

Feb 23 • 12:57 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Sports

Left-right combination nonsense... This veteran bursts out on Indian batsmen

After India's humiliating defeat to South Africa in the Super 8 stage of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, former captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth criticized the team's batting strategy and performance.

Feb 23 • 10:04 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Beyond the PSOE: Where the Game is Played

The article discusses the need for left-wing and plurinational parties to develop shared agendas to counteract the rise of the far-right Vox party in Spain.

Feb 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

All the meat already put in the general elections

The Spanish government is preparing for the 2027 general elections amidst a challenging political landscape, with rising competition from right-wing parties and a reorganization of the left.

Feb 22 • 04:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Thousands march after killing of far-right activist in France

Thousands marched in Lyon to protest the killing of far-right activist Quentin Deranque, highlighting tensions between far-right and far-left groups in France.

Feb 21 • 21:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Lyon Under Siege. Thousands of People Honor Activist Killed by Extreme Left Supporters

Thousands marched through Lyon, France, to honor nationalist activist Quentin Deranque, who was killed last week allegedly by extreme left supporters, prompting national shock and police concerns of potential violence.

Feb 21 • 18:48 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Does the Left Win with Rufián's Proposal? Calculations with Polls and Simulations

The article analyzes the potential impact of Gabriel Rufián's proposal on uniting the left in Spain to counter the electoral strength of the right-wing parties PP and Vox.

Feb 21 • 10:32 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Curious lessons from the PP in the case of rape

The article discusses the left's response to a recent case related to the Popular Party (PP) and the emergence of far-right sentiments in Spain.

Feb 21 • 04:30 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Lyon: The march for Quentin authorized but under high surveillance, a significant police deployment implemented

The march in Lyon to honor nationalist militant Quentin Deranque is authorized but will be heavily monitored by police due to concerns of potential clashes between far-right and far-left groups.

Feb 20 • 14:27 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

The killing of a nationalist shocked France. The far right and left are at each other's throats, Macron "schooling" Meloni

The murder of 23-year-old nationalist activist Quentin Deranque in Lyon has sparked a political uproar in France, intensifying conflicts between the far left and the far right.

Feb 20 • 13:27 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Young Guard Linked to Mélenchon's Party, an Illegal and Violent Movement

The article discusses the scrutiny of La France Insoumise and its affiliated movement, Jeune Garde, following the murder of far-right activist Quentin Deranque by individuals associated with the extreme left.

Feb 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Autosuggestion of No: "We Win". And It Is Clash on "Fake Polls"

Italy's left-wing political leaders express confidence in defeating a referendum that they believe has been politicized by the right.

Feb 20 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

With favoritism and machinery, Tarcísio absorbs the right and isolates the left in SP

Tarcísio de Freitas, a gubernatorial candidate in São Paulo, is leveraging strong polling and control over public resources to unite center-right support while the opposition struggles to present a formidable candidate.

Feb 20 • 02:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Novosti incites against ‘right-wing intelligence’ on Facebook: Vlahović, Pokupec, Bauer under fire...

The article addresses the criticisms made by the left-leaning portal Novosti regarding right-wing influencers on Facebook, particularly targeting figures like Marin Vlahović and others.

Feb 19 • 11:02 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

How the killing of a French far-right activist sparked an online manhunt

The murder of far-right activist Quentin Deranque in Lyon has led to a chaotic online identification of suspects, raising concerns about the implications for political tensions and justice in France.

Feb 18 • 21:59 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Erik de la Reguera: Violence Polarizes France - With One Year Until the Presidential Election

The article discusses the rising politically motivated violence in France, particularly highlighting incidents involving both far-right and left-wing activists as the country approaches its 2024 presidential election.

Feb 18 • 16:23 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

French far-right activist killed: Can far-left recover from political fallout?

The article discusses the implications of the assassination of a far-right activist in France and its potential impact on the far-left's political standing.

Feb 18 • 15:23 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Violence in France: 'The extreme left has blood on its hands'

A heated debate erupts in France following the death of a far-right activist during street clashes involving extreme left and right groups.

Feb 18 • 13:40 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

French far-left party in the spotlight over far-right activist’s death

The French far-left party is facing scrutiny following the death of a far-right activist, raising questions about political violence and accountability in France.

Feb 18 • 12:29 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

11 People Arrested in Connection with the Murder of Activist Killed in Fight Between French Far-Right and Far-Left

French police have arrested 11 people suspected of being involved in the beating death of far-right activist Quentin Deranque, which occurred last week.

Feb 18 • 12:24 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Calenda now looks to the left and proposes himself as 'anti-Schlein'

Carlo Calenda, the leader of Azione, shifts his political alignment from the right to the left, positioning himself against Elly Schlein and criticizing Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

Feb 18 • 05:32 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Rufián and the left in the Ínsula Barataria

Progressive formations feel an urgency to renew themselves in order to counter the rise of the far-right party Vox in Spain, raising questions about their previous inaction.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

After the death of a right-wing extremist: Mélenchon is at the center of a storm

A left-wing extremist killed a right-wing extremist in Lyon, placing pressure on the radical left party 'France insoumise' and its leader, Jean-Luc Mélenchon, which could change the political landscape of France.

Feb 17 • 09:56 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

This is not a political game: France faces reckoning after killing of 23 year old

The fatal beating of a 23-year-old man in Lyon has sparked significant political tensions in France, particularly between far-right and far-left factions, in the lead-up to elections.

Feb 16 • 19:38 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

France: The kick murder of a young far-right man shocks the country and accuses extreme left groups

The murder of Quentin, a young far-right man, during a violent confrontation with extreme left groups in Lyon has provoked nationwide outrage in France.

Feb 16 • 16:02 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Crowd beats to death young far-right activist in France during protest | VIDEO

A young far-right activist, Quentin Deranque, was killed during a protest in Lyon, sparking controversy and accusations of inciting violence against radical left parties.

Feb 16 • 15:48 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Killing of far-right activist stokes tensions in France

The killing of far-right activist Quentin Deranque has heightened tensions between the far right and hard left in France, as the government points fingers at left-wing rhetoric ahead of upcoming elections.

Feb 16 • 11:53 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Minister and far right blame hard left after youth killing shocks France

French officials are blaming the far-left for a fatal beating of a youth aligned with the far-right, raising political tensions ahead of elections.

Feb 16 • 10:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Death of far-right young man beaten in France sparks protests; minister accuses far-left

The death of a young far-right man in France has led to widespread protests and accusations from the Minister of Justice against the far-left.

Feb 15 • 22:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Progressive Texas organizers hail shock win as far-right Republicans left reeling

Progressive organizers in Texas celebrate an unexpected victory as far-right Republicans face significant setbacks due to their extreme policies and funding sources.

Feb 15 • 15:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Death of Quentin: In Germany, Alice Weidel follows Marine Le Pen and calls for classifying 'antifas' as terrorist organizations

Alice Weidel, a German far-right leader, has echoed Marine Le Pen’s call to classify antifascist groups as terrorist organizations after the death of a young man allegedly attacked by far-left activists in Lyon.

Feb 15 • 11:52 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

French President Macron urges restraint after right-wing youth fatally beaten

President Macron called for calm following the fatal beating of a far-right supporter in Lyon, escalated tensions between far-right and hard-left groups in France.

Feb 14 • 21:38 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Why is there no strong anti-system pole?

The article discusses the shift in Greece's political landscape since the crisis, highlighting the weakening of the traditional left-right divide in favor of a new distinction between systemic and anti-systemic parties.

Feb 14 • 05:30 UTC

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