French Left Holds Paris, Lyon, and Marseille… Far Right Expands in Small Cities
In the recent local elections in France, the left-wing coalition successfully retained control of major cities like Paris, Lyon, and Marseille, while the far-right made gains in smaller urban areas.
Concrete Steps on the Left
Spain's left-wing coalition, Sumar, is at a critical juncture as it seeks to establish a credible political identity ahead of upcoming general elections.
Slovenia: Golob narrowly wins parliamentary election – but loses government majority
Slovenia's Prime Minister Robert Golob narrowly won the parliamentary election but faces challenges in forming a government as neither the left nor the right bloc holds a majority.
The French left retained Marseille in the elections, allies of the Le Pen faction dominated Nice
The French left maintained control over Marseille in the recent municipal elections, while allies of the far-right National Rally made significant gains in Nice.
Unified Local Elections in France: Left-Wing Administration Set to Continue in Paris with Gregory's Victory Certain
Emmanuel Grégoire's leftist coalition is poised to continue governing Paris in the unified local elections following a significant lead over right-wing opponents.
Paris remains on the left, defeated the right of Rachida Dati
Emmanuel Grégoire has been elected as the new mayor of Paris, ensuring the Socialist party continues to lead the city after defeating Rachida Dati's right-wing coalition.
2026 Municipal Election Results: In Toulouse, Jean-Luc Moudenc (DVD) elected mayor with 53% of the votes, according to early estimates
Jean-Luc Moudenc has been re-elected as the mayor of Toulouse, securing 53% of the votes in the municipal elections held on March 22, 2026.
The wide field dreams of wearing down the government. Elly at risk of trial
The left-leaning coalition is at a critical point as they leverage a referendum to undermine Meloni's government and strengthen their own leadership.
The left is tired of coalition dramas but promises to resolve them soon
Lithuanian leftists express frustration over coalition politics but are committed to finding a resolution this spring.
Sumar raises the great challenge for housing after remaining sidelined in the Government and in the midst of a reorganization of its political space
Sumar pressures the PSOE to extend rental contracts, uniting the left in a critical moment for the Spanish coalition government.
Municipal Elections in Avignon: Vaucluse Prefecture Labels PS-LFI Unity List as 'Extreme Left'
In Avignon, the Vaucluse prefecture has uniquely classified the PS-LFI coalition list for municipal elections as 'extreme left', sparking controversy.
"Every day, I receive panicked calls": in Toulouse, the PS-LFI alliance crystallizes the anxiety of the business community
A coalition of Toulouse business leaders has issued an appeal to vote against far-left candidate François Piquemal in the upcoming municipal elections, expressing their fear of economic instability.
Referendum, a sprint for no. The united center-left in the square: 'This time we can do it'
The center-left coalition in Italy rallies in support of a 'no' vote ahead of an upcoming referendum, despite challenging weather conditions.
The post-Yolanda battle erupts on the left: two sectors fight for leadership of Sumar while IU accelerates the candidate
A power struggle ensues within Spain's leftist coalition Sumar as factions vie for leadership following Yolanda Díaz's impending departure.
Troels Lund Poulsen rejects a government with the Radical Left
Troels Lund Poulsen, leader of the Venstre party in Denmark, has ruled out forming a government with the Radical Left due to their past actions during coalition negotiations.
Municipal Elections 2026: Alone Against a Fractured Left, Rachida Dati Relaunches Bid for Paris
Rachida Dati aims to reclaim Paris in the 2026 municipal elections as she faces a divided left after coalition shifts.
Municipal Election in Wiesbaden: No Tears for the Left Coalition
The article discusses the challenges faced by the SPD in their coalition negotiations in Wiesbaden, highlighting the poor performance of the left coalition in the municipal elections.
Municipal Elections in Nantes: to counter the PS-LFI agreement, the union of the right and center turns to the 'betrayed left'
In Nantes, the right and center coalition, led by Foulques Chombart de Lauwe, is mobilizing to contest the newly formed agreement between the Socialist Party (PS) and La France Insoumise (LFI).
In Tulle, François Hollande's stronghold, the outgoing mayor unites the left... including the Unsubmissive
In Tulle, the outgoing mayor has formed a leftist coalition, including far-left members, in a bid to retain control against a right-leaning challenger.
Commentary: Petteri Orpo's National Coalition Party Joined Forces with Inherited Wealth in the Tax Debate – Left with Only the Reputation of the Auction King
The National Coalition Party, led by Petteri Orpo, faced criticism for supporting wealth inheritance tax removal proposals but was met with backlash from the government.
Socialists in Paris Hold Their Ground, Far-Right Gains Ground in Major Cities... France's Local Elections Are a Battle Between Left and Right
In the first round of France's local elections, the leftist coalition led by former Paris deputy mayor Emmanuel Grégoire won by a large margin in Paris, while far-right candidates topped the polls in several major southern cities.
The division and useful voting penalize the space to the left of the PSOE, which disappears from the Cortes
The leftist political space in Castilla y León, particularly Podemos and the IU-Sumar coalition, has seen significant electoral losses, indicating a crisis of representation as they failed to secure any seats in the recent elections.
SF mayor has clear demands if the party is to join the government with S
Sisse Marie Welling, the mayor of Copenhagen from the SF party, insists that Mette Frederiksen's government must clearly indicate its intention to form a left-wing coalition after the election for SF to support it.
PSOL asks PT to be represented in the left-wing slate in SP
The PSOL has requested representation in the left-wing coalition for the São Paulo elections, arguing that the PT should not monopolize the political slate.
In the Seimas - green light for the ruling coalition's new LRT amendments, opposition left empty-handed
The Lithuanian Parliament approved amendments proposed by the ruling coalition regarding LRT, rejecting all suggestions from the opposition parties.
Juan Gascón (IU-Sumar): 'Vox neither defends the countryside nor small and medium producers'
Juan Gascón, candidate from the IU-Sumar coalition, criticizes the far-right Vox party for its lack of support for agriculture and small producers while emphasizing the importance of the left's message in the upcoming elections.
A slap to Schlein: From Picierno to Rosato, the left presents itself aligned for the Yes
A new intergroup for the 'Yes' has formed in the Italian Chamber, showcasing a significant coalition of various political factions aimed at countering the opposition led by Giuseppe Conte and Elly Schlein.
The Left Block Looks Set to Become the Largest in Colombia
Preliminary results suggest that President Gustavo Petro's leftist coalition will become the largest party in Colombia's parliamentary elections.
Minja Koskela was furious with the leader of the National Coalition Party
Minja Koskela criticized statements made by Jukka Kopra regarding the government's plans to lift restrictions on nuclear weapons.
The Reformists 'Thaw' Gentiloni. But Schlein is at Risk
The Italian reformists revive interest in Paolo Gentiloni while posing a challenge to Elly Schlein amid discussions of primary elections within the center-left coalition.
Koskela Wonders: "What Nuclear Weapon Madness Has Struck the Coalition?"
Green party MEP Ville Niinistö and Left Alliance leader Minja Koskela oppose the government's proposal to allow nuclear weapons in Finland.
District deputies leave the government base after voting against BRB's bill and suffering 'retaliation' from Ibaneis
Brazilian district deputies have left the government coalition after voting against a contentious bill related to the Bank of Brasília, citing retaliation from Governor Ibaneis.
Løkke's demands to the government: Excludes coalition with the far right and rejects wealth tax
Lars Løkke Rasmussen outlines several conditions for a potential new government, rejecting any support for a left-leaning coalition reliant on certain parties and dismissing the introduction of a wealth tax.
Municipal Elections in Toulon: A Candidate Withdraws After Controversial Comments on Lavalette's Daughter
A candidate supporting the left coalition in Toulon has withdrawn from the campaign following controversial remarks about the daughter of far-right candidate Laure Lavalette, who has a disability.
Commentary: Orpo and the National Coalition Party's suffering continues, continues, continues...
Recent polls in Finland show no significant changes in party standings, with SDP maintaining its lead at 25% and the Left Alliance gaining support.
Municipal Elections in Paris: Emmanuel Grégoire Unveils His Support Committee Comprised of Personalities from Cinema and Civil Society
Emmanuel Grégoire, a candidate for the united left excluding LFI in the Paris mayoral race, has revealed a support committee featuring prominent figures from the film industry and civil society.
Rufián sweeps among left-wing voters to lead a unity candidacy
Gabriel Rufián has emerged as the preferred leader for a leftist coalition, gaining substantial support among voters of left-leaning parties in Spain.
Rufián sweeps as a candidate among Sumar voters who largely reject Yolanda Díaz
Gabriel Rufián has emerged as the preferred candidate to succeed Yolanda Díaz among Sumar voters, with 70% backing him in light of leadership changes within the left coalition.
Majorities in Frankfurt: Left Alliance Before the Local Election
In Frankfurt, the minority coalition of Greens, SPD, and Volt is collaborating with the Left Party, rather than the CDU, to pass the budget for 2026.
Bustinduy fills the void left by Díaz and starts coordinating the ministries of Sumar
Following Yolanda Díaz's exit from the political scene, Bustinduy has taken over the coordination of Sumar's ministries, marking a new phase in the coalition government.
The left is boiling: conversations begin to replace Yolanda Díaz
The left-wing parties in Spain are in discussions to replace Yolanda Díaz as she has self-eliminated from the candidacy for upcoming elections.
City Budget of Frankfurt: Coalition Unexpectedly Relies on The Left
The Frankfurt coalition has chosen to work with the Left party to approve the city's six billion euro budget for 2026, diverging from previous cooperation with the CDU.
Urtasun rules himself out, just like Bustinduy, for the succession of Yolanda Díaz: 'My role is alongside the candidate we choose'
Ernest Urtasun and Pablo Bustinduy have both ruled themselves out as potential successors to Yolanda Díaz in leading a new left-wing coalition in Spain.
Denmark: The Center-Left on Course for Power. Thanks to Donald Trump?
Poll results suggest that after the elections, Frederiksen may have a chance to form a center-left government, unlike the current governing coalition.
Mette Frederiksen does not want to declare her stance: 'Some owe more'
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is maintaining ambiguity about her political alliances as the 2026 election approaches, signaling possible cooperation with centrist or left-wing parties while expressing past reservations about the far-left.
Yolanda Díaz's resignation removes the major obstacle to attracting Podemos to the left unity
Yolanda Díaz resigns from leading the new left coalition, facilitating a shift towards a united left in Spain.
Yolanda Díaz, the Refounder of the Left Who Aspired to the Heights but Reality Dimmed Her Star
Yolanda Díaz resigns from leading the new left coalition in Spain, stating she will not be a candidate in 2027 due to internal pressures.
Yolanda Díaz resigns from leading the new alternative left coalition: 'I will not be a candidate in 2027'
Yolanda Díaz has announced her decision not to run as a candidate in the upcoming elections, prompting the left coalition to seek new leadership ahead of the 2027 elections.
The new Sumar seeks to capitalize on the agitation on the left and finalizes a tour in Andalusia and Catalonia
The new leftist coalition Sumar is aiming to leverage recent unrest among leftist groups in Spain as it prepares for a campaign tour in Andalusia and Catalonia ahead of regional elections.
‘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.