Harsh Rana
France’s left-wing alliance secured the most seats in a surprising turnaround during the second round of parliamentary elections, displacing the far-right which had led in the initial round.
President Emmanuel Macron’s party was projected to finish second, leading to the possibility of a hung parliament as neither coalition obtained a majority.
The leftist coalition, comprising hard left, Greens, and Socialists, was expected to secure between 184-198 seats, falling short of the 289 needed for a majority in the 577-seat National Assembly. Macron’s centrist alliance was set to gain between 160-169 seats, while the far-right National Rally and its allies were projected to secure 135-143 seats.
The announcement of these results led to protests and unrest in Paris and other cities, with left-wing supporters gathering at Place de la Republique to celebrate their coalition’s plurality.
This outcome marked a significant setback for conservatives, who had anticipated Marine Le Pen’s National Rally to emerge victorious.
The election also sparked polarized reactions across France, exacerbating tensions heightened by issues such as racism, antisemitism, and alleged Russian interference, with more than 50 candidates reporting physical attacks during the campaign.
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