LIVE - Death of Lionel Jospin: "He will remain the man of the 35 hours and the red-pink-green alliance," pays tribute to his former minister Jean-Luc Mélenchon
Former French Prime Minister Lionel Jospin has passed away at the age of 88, prompting tributes, particularly from fellow politicians like Jean-Luc Mélenchon.
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.
Municipal Results: The Failure of La France Insoumise in the Second Round Illustrated
The municipal election results indicate significant setbacks for La France Insoumise, with limited success in forging alliances and winning key cities.
"It’s confusion everywhere": the confusion of municipal elections foreshadows a presidential election full of uncertainties
The municipal elections in France reveal significant political fragmentation that could complicate the upcoming presidential elections.
Municipal Elections 2026: In Toulouse, Moudenc Wants to Prevent Mélenchon from Capturing a Trophy
In the upcoming 2026 municipal elections, Toulouse mayor Jean-Luc Moudenc faces challenges from leftist candidate François Piquemal, who threatens to unseat him, potentially boosting Jean-Luc Mélenchon's political stature.
Albert Zennou: 'Scandals, controversies, rejection... and yet LFI is progressing'
Albert Zennou discusses how, despite scandals and controversies, Jean-Luc Mélenchon and La France Insoumise continue to gain electoral ground.
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.
Yves Thréard's Editorial: "LFI Without Limits"
Yves Thréard critiques the political strategies of Jean-Luc Mélenchon and highlights the uncertainties surrounding the left's alliances before the upcoming presidential elections in France.
Student Youth, Social Housing, Immigration: The Three Drivers of LFI Votes
A new study analyzes the factors contributing to the electoral success of France's La France Insoumise (LFI) party.
Municipal Elections in Toulouse: François Piquemal, a Lieutenant of Jean-Luc Mélenchon at the Gates of Capitole
François Piquemal successfully united the left in Toulouse for the second round of municipal elections, amid tensions linked to a memorial for victims of a past terrorist attack.
Free France Aircraft Carrier: Jean-Luc Mélenchon Suggests Renaming It 'France Insoumise' to 'Scare'
Jean-Luc Mélenchon humorously proposed renaming the new French aircraft carrier to 'France Insoumise' to instill fear in adversaries during a recent rally, clarifying it was just a joke.
"All white, all ugly you are": Jean-Luc Mélenchon accused of "racism" by RN after controversial comments
Jean-Luc Mélenchon faced accusations of racism from the National Rally after making controversial remarks during a meeting.
Ferghane Azihari: 'In the municipal elections, the imposture of the 'antifascist front'
Ferghane Azihari critiques the left's adoption of the 'antifascist front' myth in France's municipal elections, highlighting a troubling political compromise made for electoral gain.
Alexandre Devecchio: "Why the demonization of Jean-Luc Mélenchon is doomed to fail"
The article discusses the surprising electoral success of Jean-Luc Mélenchon's party, La France insoumise, despite attempts to demonize him politically.
Melenchon's success may benefit French right-wing populists
Jean-Luc Melenchon’s left-populist party achieves significant success in local elections, raising concerns that it may benefit right-wing populists in France.
Omar Youssef Souleimane: 'LFI seeks to absorb its allies until they become unrecognizable'
Omar Youssef Souleimane criticizes the French Socialist Party for allying with the leftist party LFI despite previous promises to avoid such agreements.
The French left faces the dilemma of teaming up with Mélenchon to win elections in big cities
The French left is considering whether to form alliances with Mélenchon to achieve electoral victories in major cities like Paris, Lyon, and Marseille.
The death of a militant in a brawl between ultras in France opens the debate to isolate Mélenchon's party
The death of a militant during a brawl in France has sparked discussions about isolating Jean-Luc Mélenchon's political party as progressive parties struggle to unite ahead of local elections.
Municipal Elections 2026: How the Left Fell Into Jean-Luc Mélenchon's Trap
The left's increasing alliances with La France Insoumise before the 2026 municipal elections exemplify the party's growing political relevance in the lead-up to the presidential elections.
Valérie Pécresse to Le Figaro: 'The poison of LFI spreads throughout Île-de-France'
Valérie Pécresse warns that the alliance between socialists and Mélenchon’s party LFI poses a significant threat to the political landscape in Île-de-France ahead of the municipal elections.
In Saint-Denis, the Insoumis Mayor Bally Bagayoko Aims to Embody Mélenchon's 'New France'
Bally Bagayoko, the new Insoumis mayor of Saint-Denis, seeks to shape the city's identity around the concept of Mélenchon's 'New France' after defeating the incumbent socialist.
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.
France, the waltz of alliances stops in Paris and Marseille: no socialist to Mélenchon
The French left is struggling to form effective alliances ahead of the second round of municipal elections, particularly in Paris and Marseille, where socialist agreements with Jean-Luc Mélenchon’s party are failing to materialize.
Guillaume Tabard: "The Good Deals of Jean-Luc Mélenchon"
The article discusses how Jean-Luc Mélenchon has solidified his control over a fragmented left in France following recent municipal elections.
"He is one of the guardians of Mélenchon's revolution": David Guiraud, the controversial Insoumis at the gates of Roubaix
David Guiraud, a controversial deputy of the leftist movement LFI, is on the verge of winning the mayoral race in Roubaix after receiving 46.64% of the votes in the first round.
Municipal Elections: Alliances, Mergers, and Withdrawals... A Tense Day After the First Round
The aftermath of the first round of France's municipal elections sees increasing tension as the Socialist Party navigates alliances and candidate withdrawals ahead of the second round.
Municipal Elections: Confronted by the Unsubmissive Surge, the PS Faces the Dilemma of Alliances
The French Socialist Party (PS) must navigate tricky alliances with Jean-Luc Mélenchon’s leftist group after strong electoral performances in major cities.
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.
Raphaël Glucksmann calls on the left to 'break definitively and without possible return' with LFI
Euro MP Raphaël Glucksmann urges the left to sever ties with Jean-Luc Mélenchon and La France Insoumise during a meeting in Limoges.
Municipal Elections: In Paris, Mélenchon Supports Chikirou in a Campaign Weighed Down by Controversies
Jean-Luc Mélenchon supports Sophia Chikirou in her campaign for the Paris municipal elections, which has been marred by controversies and attacks.
Frédéric Dabi: "In big cities, Jean-Luc Mélenchon's strategy of noise and fury is not effective"
Frédéric Dabi critiques Jean-Luc Mélenchon's aggressive political strategy, arguing it may alienate voters in urban areas despite its potential to strengthen core supporters ahead of the presidential election.
The municipal elections, a prelude to the duel between Raphaël Glucksmann and Jean-Luc Mélenchon
The municipal elections in Perpignan are shaping up as a political battleground between left-wing leaders Raphaël Glucksmann and Jean-Luc Mélenchon.
"A small psycho-pathological problem": the radical observation of Roselyne Bachelot about Jean-Luc Mélenchon
Former minister Roselyne Bachelot made unfiltered comments about Jean-Luc Mélenchon during a political debate expressing strong opinions on his psychological state.
For François Hollande, "Jean-Luc Mélenchon may have made statements with anti-Semitic connotations"
Former French President François Hollande criticized Jean-Luc Mélenchon, suggesting that his remarks may be anti-Semitic and warned against potential alliances between their parties.
In Marseille, Jean-Luc Mélenchon condemned the "irresponsible and dangerous attitude" of the Socialist Party
Jean-Luc Mélenchon criticized the Socialist Party's behavior during a meeting in Marseille, denying accusations of antisemitism.
The Toxic Mr. Mélenchon Who Divides the French Left
Jean-Luc Mélenchon, the leader of France's far-left party, La France Insoumise, continues to claim that conflict is the only path forward in today's political landscape as he prepares for the presidential elections.
Hauts-de-France: the meeting of a LFI mayor disrupted by a dozen hooded people, 'neo-Nazis' according to Jean-Luc Mélenchon
A meeting for LFI mayor candidate Patrick Proisy in Hauts-de-France was disrupted by a group described as 'neo-Nazis' by Jean-Luc Mélenchon, leading to four arrests.
Municipal Elections in Marseille: "Mélenchon is not at home here," says Franck Allisio (RN)
Franck Allisio, RN candidate in the upcoming municipal elections in Marseille, criticizes Jean-Luc Mélenchon, claiming he is unwelcome in the city, amidst political tensions.
Yves Thréard's editorial: 'Faced with Mélenchon, the submissive left'
Yves Thréard discusses the tensions within the French left regarding alliances with Jean-Luc Mélenchon and La France Insoumise ahead of the municipal elections.
By 'Lepenizing' Mélenchon, the left is forced to choose between 'neither-nor' or contradiction
The article discusses the left's growing criticism of Jean-Luc Mélenchon, likening him to far-right figures and highlighting tensions within the left regarding his comments and perceived antisemitism.
Left Alliances: The PS's Double Game Against the Excesses of LFI
The Socialist Party (PS) is distancing itself from Jean-Luc Mélenchon's La France insoumise (LFI) at the national level while allowing local unions to form in various cities for municipal elections.
Milo Lévy-Bruhl: "By mocking Jewish names, Mélenchon has activated the xenophobic dimension of anti-Semitism"
Milo Lévy-Bruhl critiques Jean-Luc Mélenchon for allegedly activating xenophobic anti-Semitism through his mockery of Jewish names, amidst the Socialist Party's distancing from him due to accusations of anti-Semitism.
Municipal Elections: The French Opposed to Any Alliance Between LFI and PS
A recent poll reveals that the majority of left-wing supporters in France, excluding La France Insoumise (LFI), prefer a municipal electoral strategy without the participation of LFI in the second round.
"There will be no agreement": Emmanuel Grégoire repeats that he will not ally with the Insoumise Sophia Chikirou in the second round of municipal elections in Paris
Emmanuel Grégoire asserts that he will not form an alliance with Sophia Chikirou for the second round of Paris municipal elections, criticizing Jean-Luc Mélenchon's leadership.
Antisemitism: Le Pen judges Mélenchon's mockery of Glucksmann and Epstein "far worse than what could be reproached" to his father
Le Pen criticizes Mélenchon's mockery regarding Glucksmann and Epstein, suggesting it's worse than accusations made against her father.
Presidential election: Bardella in pole position, Philippe the best hope of the central bloc, Mélenchon resists... Discover the Figaro poll
An exclusive Figaro poll indicates that Bardella leads the first round of the presidential election, while Philippe emerges as a strong candidate from the central bloc and Mélenchon maintains his support.
Bruno Retailleau charts his path towards 2027 and warns of the risks of Socialist-Mélenchon collusion
Bruno Retailleau plans his political strategy towards the 2027 elections while cautioning against potential collusion between Socialists and the far-left.
Municipal Elections 2026: In a meeting in Nîmes, Jordan Bardella attacks the 'excesses' and 'verbal violence' of Jean-Luc Mélenchon
In a recent meeting in Nîmes, Jordan Bardella criticized Jean-Luc Mélenchon for his inflammatory rhetoric, linking it to broader political tensions in France ahead of the 2026 municipal elections.
Municipal Elections: Jean-Luc Mélenchon Denounces 'Intolerable Accusations of Antisemitism' from the Socialist Party
Jean-Luc Mélenchon criticizes the Socialist Party for accusations of antisemitism, claiming it undermines the fight against fascism.
New nuclear deterrence doctrine presented by Macron: RN "takes note", Retailleau "reassured", Mélenchon puzzled
Emmanuel Macron's new nuclear deterrence doctrine has been cautiously received by political opponents, eliciting mixed reactions regarding its implications for France and Europe.