Frances Conservative Republic Party Chairman Calls for Alliance with Far-Right National Rally in Parliamentary Elections

In a surprising turn of events, conservative Republic Party chairman Eric Ciotti has made a groundbreaking call for an alliance between his party's candidates and the far-right National Rally (RN) in the forthcoming parliamentary elections in France. This unprecedented move marks the first time in modern French political history that a leader of a traditional party has openly supported a collaboration with the far-right. The announcement comes on the heels of President Emmanuel Macron's decision to hold snap elections on June 30, following the RN's significant success in the EU elections. Ciotti's proposal, aimed at ensuring that the Republic Party (LR) secures enough seats to form a parliamentary group, has sparked a divisive reaction within the LR ranks. While Ciotti's more conservative faction welcomes the alliance, centrist members have vehemently opposed the idea. LR's chief in the lower house of parliament, Olivier Marleix, has even called for Ciotti's resignation, emphasizing his refusal to support any partnership with the far-right movement. Despite the internal turmoil within LR, National Rally is anticipated to emerge as a formidable force in the upcoming elections, with expectations of becoming the strongest political entity. Macron, who has been caught off guard by the RN's surge in popularity, has pushed for a clear distinction in the elections between Republican forces and what he deems extremist elements. The stakes are high as the French electorate prepares to make a critical choice between these two competing visions for the future of the country. Macron, showing his resolve, has dismissed suggestions of resigning regardless of the election outcome and expressed his willingness to engage in a head-to-head debate with Marine Le Pen. With the stage set for a showdown between established party politics and the rising influence of the far-right, the political landscape in France is witnessing a seismic shift that could have profound implications for the future direction of the nation.

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