Erik de la Reguera: Paris Keeps Cycling - The Left Retains Power in Major Cities
The left-wing parties maintain control over Paris, Marseille, and Lyon after the recent mayoral elections, but uncertainties loom ahead of next year's presidential election.
The Left Maintains Control of France's Largest Cities
The recent local elections in France saw the left-wing parties successfully maintain control over major cities, despite challenges from far-right contenders.
Continued leftist rule in France's two largest cities
Left-leaning parties maintain governance in Paris and Marseille amid disappointing results for far-right parties in French mayoral elections.
Alexis Brézet's Editorial: 'Alliance of the Left and LFI, Disgrace and Defeat'
Alexis Brézet critiques the alliance between leftist parties and LFI, arguing it led to electoral defeats in several cities in France.
France voted against the extremes: the right and the socialists win in the municipal elections
In the recent municipal elections in France, the traditional right and the socialists triumphed, reflecting a clear rejection of both far-left and far-right parties.
Local Elections in France: Leftist Triumphs in Paris, Marseille, and Lyon – Disappointment for Le Pen
In the recent local elections in France, left-wing parties achieved significant victories in major cities, while far-right and far-left parties struggled to gain traction despite increasing their voter share.
Do you think the municipal results will influence the presidential election?
The leader of the National Rally in France questions whether municipal election results will impact the upcoming presidential elections, citing fears of a left-wing victory.
The Marseille case and that (under the table) alliance among the left parties
The political spotlight in France is on Marseille, where the far-right Rassemblement National has gained significant ground in the municipal elections against the current Socialist mayor.
Undecided voters narrate a sequence of bets and disappointments with leftist and rightist leaders
The article explores the thoughts of Brazilian undecided voters as they reflect on their frustrations with political leaders from both left and right parties ahead of the upcoming presidential elections.
Political Editor: I have been waiting for 'Comrade Two Percent' to announce themselves in the election campaign
The article discusses the anticipation of support for the Alternative party as they approach the electoral threshold, speculating on possible alliances within the left-wing parties in Denmark.
Political editor: I have been waiting for when 'comrade two percent' would announce themselves in the election campaign
The article discusses the precarious position of the Alternative party in Denmark's upcoming election and anticipates supportive statements from left-leaning parties.
French Socialists split over alliance with hard-left party in mayoral runoffs
The French Socialist Party is experiencing internal divisions over alliances with the hard-left France Unbowed party for municipal elections.
Rufián will participate in another event for the unity of the left in Barcelona with Irene Montero
Gabriel Rufián announces his participation in a left-wing unity event in Barcelona with Irene Montero and Xavier Domènech, fostering discussions among leftist parties.
The PP of Ayuso applauds Ana Millán before the PSOE and Más Madrid, who do not accept the filing of her case: "Justice is not pursuing her, the left is pursuing her"
The Popular Party in Madrid celebrated Ana Millán after the filing of corruption allegations against her, while opposition parties continue to criticize her, alleging political motivations behind the attacks.
Municipal Elections: Withdrawals, Alliances, 'Technical Mergers'... The Big Shake-up of the Second Round
The article discusses the developments leading up to the second round of municipal elections in France, highlighting the strategic alliances and configurations emerging among Left parties.
Frédéric Dabi: Macronist Voters are 'Stuck Between LFI and RN'
Frédéric Dabi discusses the challenges faced by Macronist voters who feel trapped between the far-left and far-right political parties in France.
Municipal Elections 2026: This 'Anti-Fascist Front' of the Left and LFI That Almost Never Opposes RN
The article critiques the alliance of left-wing parties with LFI, highlighting their lack of opposition to the National Rally (RN) in municipal elections.
The trick of Dems and Grillini: list representatives recruited among non-residents
The article discusses the manipulation of voting rights for non-resident students in Italy, where leftist parties aim to recruit them as representatives against a referendum reform.
They celebrate the unity of Italy, then the left tarnishes it with foreign press
An event in Rome commemorating the 165th anniversary of Italy's unity faces criticism from leftist parties participating in a European Parliament conference discussing alleged threats to Italian democracy.
Bustinduy insists that he has been ruled out "many times already" as a candidate to lead the future Sumar
Pablo Bustinduy has reiterated that he has ruled himself out as a candidate for the leadership of Sumar, stating that no such offer has been made to him by left-wing parties.
The left accuses Vox of encouraging harassment and assaults on journalists
The left-wing parties in Spain have accused Vox of inciting harassment and violence against journalists, while also calling for government action to protect freedom of expression.
The Fall of Macron's Centrism
In France, the political landscape is shifting towards the extremes with significant gains for both the far-right and far-left parties following recent municipal elections.
Cirielli-Paramonov Meeting: The Left Raises the Case
A routine diplomatic meeting between Italy's Deputy Foreign Minister Edmondo Cirielli and Russian Ambassador Aleksej Paramonov has sparked political controversy in Italy, with opposition parties calling for clarity on its implications for Italy's relations with Moscow.
Local Elections in France / Centrists Defended Positions, Le Pen's Party Strengthened in the South, Mélenchon Demands Left Cooperation
France held the first round of local elections on March 15, 2023, revealing a mixed landscape of political fortunes, especially regarding the influence of traditional parties and the rise of new forces.
Municipal Elections 2026: The Grand Ball of Alliances with LFI Disrupts the Left's Runoff Campaign
The upcoming municipal elections in 2026 have seen leftist parties in major French cities forming alliances, especially with La France Insoumise (LFI), while some candidates in cities like Paris and Marseille refuse to join these coalitions.
Buyers of claims from the Bierut decree will be left empty-handed. Important resolution of the NSA
The NSA has reaffirmed that buyers of claims related to Warsaw properties cannot be considered parties in the proceedings to establish perpetual usufruct rights, leaving them with little chance to reclaim properties in Warsaw.
French political parties seek alliances before final round of local elections
Political parties in France are negotiating alliances ahead of crucial local elections as the far right and radical left gain traction.
The Absurd Event of Pd and M5s in Europe: 'Freedom at Risk in Italy'. Anger from FdI: 'Disgraceful Initiative'
An upcoming event in the European Parliament organized by the Italian left aims to criticize the government of Giorgia Meloni, sparking backlash from right-wing parties.
France seeing a 're-polarization and reorganization' of the two poles, left and right
The article discusses the current political landscape in France, highlighting the strategic maneuvering of left and right parties during local elections.
Elections in a Divided France: The Sink of the Center Gives Way to Extremes and Abstention
The first round of the French municipal elections has seen a rise in abstention and growth for both far-right and far-left parties, indicating a significant shift in the political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Local Elections in Munich: The Left as the Largest - Among the Small Parties
The Left party achieved the highest percentage among smaller parties in the Munich city council elections, putting them fourth overall.
Th. Chatzitheodosiou: I will seek the support of the center-left parties for the Region of Attica
Yannis Chatzitheodosiou expresses his intention to seek support from center-left parties for his candidacy for the Attica Region.
Far-right and left make major gains across France in mayoral election
The recent mayoral elections in France have seen significant electoral gains for both far-right and far-left parties.
Municipal Elections in Toulouse: The Left Unites Behind LFI for the Second Round
The left-wing parties in Toulouse have agreed to unite behind La France Insoumise (LFI) in the second round of the municipal elections after finishing second and third, respectively.
The first round of local elections in France leaves many extremes to decide
The first round of local elections in France showed strong results for both far-right and far-left parties, hinting at political trends ahead of the crucial 2027 presidential elections.
Guillaume Tabard: "The left under the fire of Mélenchonist grand organs"
The article discusses the political dynamics of the French left, highlighting the tension between La France Insoumise and other left factions, suggesting that their primary focus is to undermine each other rather than oppose right-wing parties.
The weakness of the left compromises the resistance of the PSOE
The weakening of leftist parties poses challenges for Spain's PSOE, especially in light of recent electoral results in Castilla y León and the contrasting success of leftist coalitions in other regions.
Municipal Elections 2026: In Nîmes, the largest city held by LR, RN and the left lead over the right
In Nîmes, a city long governed by the Republicans, the National Rally and left-wing parties are gaining ground in the lead-up to the 2026 municipal elections.
Brazilian left sectors avoid criticizing Iran's theocracy during the war
Brazilian leftist parties have largely condemned the US-Iran conflict but refrained from criticizing the Iranian theocracy's oppressive actions.
Helle Ib: Lars Løkke has two jokers left in the election campaign
The article discusses Lars Løkke Rasmussen's pivotal role in the Danish election campaign, suggesting he still has strategic advantages despite a stable electoral landscape favoring leftist parties.
The left closes its campaign separately in the face of the threat of the disappearance of the Cortes
The leftist parties IU and Podemos close their separate campaign in anticipation of elections, highlighting the similarities in their platforms despite a lack of cooperation.
How the parties want to help Donya and Darya
Political parties in Sweden are calling for the evacuation of sisters Donya and Darya from war-torn Iran, with urgent actions requested by the Left and Green parties, alongside support from the Centre Party.
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.
The Left Wing's Performance in Europe
Recent polling and elections indicate a shift of some voters to the left in Europe, revitalizing previously dormant political parties.
Local Elections: The Overlooked Electoral Success of the Bavarian Left
Despite a generally positive outlook for various parties in the local elections, the Bavarian Left achieved a significant increase in their mandates, doubling their presence to over 300, which went largely unnoticed by the media.
SZ in the morning: News of the day - the overview for the busy
Recent election results show a significant decline in support for left-wing parties in Baden-Württemberg, particularly the SPD, raising concerns for the political left.
The autonomous community 18 examines itself at the polls: "Tired of the left in Madrid" and "of the PP's neglect"
Polls show a critical political landscape in Castilla y León ahead of the upcoming elections, with potential gains for regional parties and the PP and Vox presenting competitive standings.
Like in Minneapolis... The 'threat' of Ilaria Salis on the EU Return Regulation
The European Parliament's committee is set to vote on a controversial return directive, with expected alignment from conservative and far-right parties, alarming leftist factions.
William Barclay: The left’s unhealthy obsession with Israel
The article critiques left-wing political parties in Canada for their perceived antisemitism towards Israel, particularly highlighting recent actions by an NDP MP.
Municipal Elections: Manuel Bompard Calls for an 'Anti-Fascist Front' on the Left in the Second Round, Even Without 'Agreement' on Programs
Manuel Bompard of LFI urges leftist parties to unite for the second round of municipal elections to prevent a victory for the nationalist right-wing, despite recent tensions with former socialist allies.