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French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin has confirmed he will not run for president in 2027 and has instead announced his support for Édouard Philippe. This decision clarifies his political alignment ahead of the next presidential election.
Western Europe is preparing for another significant heatwave, with countries like the UK, France, and Belgium expecting temperatures to reach new records. This marks a continuation of an unusually hot summer, prompting warnings and concerns across the continent.
Raphaël Glucksmann, a potential French presidential candidate, claims to be a victim of 'destabilization operations' attributed to Russians, following similar incidents targeting Édouard Philippe. He asserts that foreign powers will not be allowed to interfere with crucial French elections.
As the 2027 French presidential campaign approaches, former prime ministers Édouard Philippe and Gabriel Attal are finding their past decisions and records from their time at Matignon influencing their current political standing.
A strategy is reportedly in place to undermine Marine Le Pen's unexpected return to the 2027 French presidential race by attempting to portray her as a leftist, forcing opponent Édouard Philippe to adjust his campaign strategy.
Édouard Philippe, former French Prime Minister, has publicly stated his intention to make French citizens work longer as part of his proposed reforms. Analysts suggest he is a strong candidate who could prevent a far-right vs. far-left runoff in future elections.
France is setting the course for its presidential election campaign, with figures like Édouard Philippe positioning themselves as alternatives to right- and left-wing populists.
A new poll indicates that former Prime Minister Édouard Philippe remains more popular than Gabriel Attal for the 2027 French presidential election, despite a reported decline in his public image.
CMA CGM has launched the 'Notre-Dame', a 400-meter-long container ship, making it the largest French-flagged vessel of its kind. The inauguration was attended by hundreds, including Le Havre mayor Édouard Philippe.
Several French political figures, including Maud Bregeon and Éric Woerth, have announced their support for Édouard Philippe in the 2027 presidential election, while the NPA-Anticapitaliste party has backed Jean-Luc Mélenchon. A survey also revealed how French citizens perceive political personalities based on age, profession, and political affiliation.
Bruno Retailleau is actively campaigning for the 2027 presidential election, maintaining his focus on reaching the Elysée Palace. Édouard Philippe stated that the issue is not about breaking with Macronism, while writer Boualem Sansal expressed his likely support for Retailleau.
Édouard Philippe has called for allowing 'individual instructions' from ministers to prosecutors, a practice that has been prohibited since 2013 to prevent political interference in legal cases, in connection with the Lyhanna affair.
French politicians Laurent Wauquiez and Édouard Philippe were seen together at a Young Farmers' congress in Bourg-en-Bresse, displaying unity despite underlying political tensions and Wauquiez's decision to skip a party meeting.
Former Sarkozy-era minister Nathalie Kosciusko-Morizet announced her support for Édouard Philippe's presidential bid in 2027, marking her return to the political scene after a decade.
Former French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe has declared he will continue his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election, even if indicted, amidst an ongoing investigation into allegations of misuse of public funds and other offenses in Le Havre.
With the gap between the leader of La France Insoumise and Édouard Philippe narrowing in the first round, a confrontation between the radical right and radical left, represented by Bardella and Mélenchon, is seen as a credible scenario for the 2027 French elections.
Former French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe has emerged as an early favorite in the race for the French presidency, positioning himself ahead of populist candidates.
Former French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe, a potential presidential candidate, is facing a judicial investigation over allegations of embezzlement and illegal taking of interest. The probe was initiated after a preliminary inquiry.
The political rivalry between Édouard Philippe and Marine Le Pen is heating up ahead of the French presidential election, with a potential court decision also impacting Le Pen and Jordan Bardella's political future.
Christian Estrosi, former deputy leader of Horizons and a key supporter of Édouard Philippe, has resigned from his vice-presidency role following his defeat in Nice, expected to take on a reduced role due to ongoing legal issues.
An exclusive poll reveals a significant drop in the presidential stature of Édouard Philippe, a year before the election and a month and a half after the municipal elections concluded.
French hard-left politician Jean-Luc Mélenchon has declared his intention to run for president in the 2027 election. This marks his fourth bid for the Elysee Palace.
After his defeat in the Paris municipal elections, Pierre-Yves Bournazel is transitioning to the private sector and focusing on Édouard Philippe's presidential campaign, stating he holds 'neither bitterness nor revenge'.
A new Ipsos-BVA poll for La Tribune Dimanche indicates that Édouard Philippe has gained 6 points in a month, with 26% of French citizens satisfied with the idea of him becoming president. However, Jordan Bardella remains in the lead with 34% ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Political insiders are discussing the potential 2027 presidential candidacy of former French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe, with some suggesting ways to challenge his political momentum.
Édouard Philippe, the re-elected mayor of Le Havre, is developing his project for the 2027 presidential election, focusing on immigration policies.
Former French Prime Ministers Édouard Philippe and Gabriel Attal are reportedly in regular communication, cautiously assessing their positions and timing before potentially launching their campaigns for the 2027 Elysée presidential election.
Édouard Philippe has been re-elected as the mayor of Le Havre, France, securing nearly 48% of the votes in the second round of local elections, a victory seen as a step towards a potential presidential bid.
La candidata de Agrupación Nacional en Tolon, Laure Lavalette, ha sido derrotada, a pesar de su victoria de hace una semana Leer
Having come first in the first round, the former prime minister, who linked his 2027 candidacy to his re-election, is heading towards a risk-free triangular election.
Édouard Philippe is betting everything on one card: if he loses in Le Havre, he does not want to run for the Élysée in 2027. The municipal elections are becoming a turning point in France.
A new poll indicates that former French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe, a key opponent of the far-right, might lose his mayoral seat in Le Havre in the upcoming municipal elections.
Édouard Philippe, head of Horizons, expressed readiness to do 'everything' for a change in Paris in the 2026 municipal elections, advocating for a broad right-center coalition in the second round.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is expected to make a highly political visit to Mayotte on August 26 and 27, following a recent visit by Édouard Philippe.
MoDem president François Bayrou, in an exclusive interview with Le Figaro, has called for the most open possible vote to select presidential contenders from the "democratic river," expressing doubts about Édouard Philippe's ability to win.
Édouard Philippe, the Horizons candidate for the 2027 presidential election, is actively working to unify the right and center behind him, having recently met with Sébastien Lecornu and planning to attend Gérald Darmanin's party event.
A court has upheld the whistleblower status in the PNF investigation concerning former Prime Minister Édouard Philippe, who is under scrutiny for alleged misuse of public funds, favoritism, illegal taking of interests, and extortion in Le Havre.
Former French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe called for France to develop its own 'sovereign' Canadair fleet to combat wildfires, arguing that the country's security should not depend on orders from other nations, especially with an aging existing fleet.
Laurent Jacobelli, spokesperson for the Rassemblement National (RN), mocked the supporters present at Edouard Philippe's first major rally in Paris, likening them to 'the Addams Family' and taking aim at a potential rival for 2027.
Marine Le Pen is awaiting a crucial appeal ruling that will determine her eligibility for the 2027 French presidential election. The verdict on her fraud conviction could significantly impact her political future and that of her party.
Guillaume Tabard's analysis in Le Figaro discusses the National Rally's strategy, while a new article quotes Retailleau's skepticism regarding Laurent Wauquiez's potential support for Édouard Philippe in the 2027 presidential election, adding to the discourse on right-wing political alignments.
Discussions are beginning around the 2027 French presidential election, with figures like Édouard Philippe, Gabriel Attal, and Raphaël Glucksmann being mentioned. The timing of the election and potential alliances are also being debated.
Édouard Philippe proposes measures against heatwaves, including mass air conditioning and a national swimming plan
A judicial investigation has been launched against Édouard Philippe, the mayor of Le Havre and former French Prime Minister, and one of his deputies, on charges including 'misappropriation of public funds,' 'favoritism,' and 'conflict of interest' following a complaint.
Édouard Philippe and Gabriel Attal, presidential candidates from Horizons and Renaissance respectively, are attempting to avoid a direct clash despite growing tensions and disagreements over the option of a primary election, even as their teams call for unity.
Horizons party candidate Édouard Philippe, eyeing the 2027 French presidential election, has unveiled an agricultural proposal. He aims to revise the Constitution to integrate agriculture into the Environmental Charter.
A new poll by Le Figaro shows Gabriel Attal and Édouard Philippe in a close race for second place in the 2027 French presidential election, both trailing significantly behind Marine Le Pen's Jordan Bardella. Jean-Luc Mélenchon is also shown to be a contender, positioning himself as a potential spoiler.
A political rivalry is developing between Gabriel Attal and Édouard Philippe within France's 'central bloc' as they position themselves for the 2027 presidential election. Observers suggest that attacking each other could cost them points, raising questions about their ability to cooperate.
Édouard Philippe, a potential French presidential candidate, visited Kyiv to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, where he expressed his commitment to supporting Ukraine until peace is achieved and beyond.
French presidential candidate Édouard Philippe has detailed his plan against drug trafficking, proposing a 'narco state of emergency' and aligning legislative measures against major traffickers with those used against terrorists.
Former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero is facing a judicial investigation over allegations of graft and influence-peddling. The former leader has declared his innocence, stating he always acted with respect for legality.
During an Africa summit in Nairobi, French President Emmanuel Macron announced significant investments and backed the restitution of colonial artifacts. He also publicly reprimanded noisy attendees for a "total lack of respect" during his speech.
Édouard Philippe has brought Ziad Gebran, a former advisor to Sébastien Lecornu, into his campaign team to work on opinion polls for the Horizons party.
Political analyst Guillaume Tabard suggests that former Prime Minister Édouard Philippe is transitioning from a party leader to a candidate, a shift underscored by his upcoming meeting in Reims.
An analysis suggests that Édouard Philippe, who unifies a broad political spectrum from the center-left to the Republicans, is being positioned by Marine Le Pen as her primary adversary, prolonging the clash between the 'elite bloc' and the 'popular bloc'.
French politician Édouard Philippe is reportedly lagging among young voters aged 18-24 and is being urged by his campaign to increase his presence on platforms like TikTok to catch up with rivals.
French politician Bruno Retailleau, a presidential candidate for the LR party, is working to cultivate his independence and position himself with a clear right-wing program, drawing parallels to François Fillon.
“Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris are free and on their way to French territory, after three and a half years of detention in Iran,” Macron said.
A new French poll indicates that the National Rally (RN) would win in most electoral configurations, with Jordan Bardella performing strongly, though Édouard Philippe remains a formidable opponent.
Discussions are intensifying within the French right and center regarding potential presidential ambitions and the selection of a single candidate, with figures like Gabriel Attal, Bruno Retailleau, and Édouard Philippe being considered.
Édouard Philippe has been re-elected as the mayor of Le Havre, securing 47% of the votes against his communist opponent Jean-Paul Lecoq.
In the French municipal elections, Marine Le Pen's far-right party has reportedly suffered early setbacks, while former Prime Minister Édouard Philippe secured a key victory. In Rennes, the incumbent Socialist mayor Nathalie Appéré was re-elected with over 43% of the votes.
El exprimer ministro Édouard Philippe gana en Le Havre y mantiene así su ambición al Elíseo
Édouard Philippe is running a 'parallel' campaign in Le Havre, focusing on a challenging battle against the Communist Party of France (PCF) as he prepares for a potential duel with the National Rally in 2027.
DÉCRYPTAGE - Le candidat Horizons, « troisième homme » du scrutin dans les sondages, a les cartes en main pour faire basculer le scrutin au second tour. Mais celui-ci assume un « ni Grégoire ni Dati »
Former French President François Hollande is having a busy summer as a 'quasi-candidate,' preparing for a book release in September and a televised debate with Édouard Philippe, signaling a potential return to presidential politics.
Former French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe is set to relaunch his campaign for the 2027 presidential election in Mayotte and La Réunion, with a focus on immigration.
A French security source has accused the Russian disinformation network 'Storm-1516' of targeting former Prime Minister Édouard Philippe, a declared candidate for the French presidency, with fake health claims as part of an effort to interfere in the election.
A new poll reveals that Macronist voters would prefer Sébastien Lecornu as a presidential candidate for 2027 over other potential contenders like Gabriel Attal and Édouard Philippe, less than a year before the Elysian election.
Marine Le Pen has officially announced her candidacy for the French presidential elections in 2027, despite a recent appeals conviction. She stated her intention to run, with Jordan Bardella expected to be her Prime Minister.
Former French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe has officially announced his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election. He delivered a personal plea for 'the France of our children' at a rally in Paris, signaling his entry into the race.
Clément Tonon is described as a crucial figure leading Édouard Philippe's 'massive' political program. Guillaume Tabard suggests that Philippe must openly acknowledge the difficult challenges ahead for his political future.
In the camp of Laurent Retailleau, there is a shockwave following Laurent Wauquiez's self-exclusion from leadership, with the head of the Republican Right deputies believing Édouard Philippe can embody the order and seriousness needed to restore France.
France has officially announced that its next presidential election will take place on April 18 and May 2, 2027, with the government formally approving the dates at a recent cabinet meeting. The upcoming election will determine Emmanuel Macron's successor, with numerous candidates expected to vie for the presidency.
French political commentary from Le Figaro Magazine discusses Édouard Philippe's presidential campaign, noting the need for him to inject more passion into his pre-campaign meetings, following a trend initiated by Jean-Luc Mélenchon.
With President Emmanuel Macron unable to seek re-election in 2027, his diverse coalition is fragmenting, leading to a battle among potential candidates for his dispersed electorate. Key figures within his camp are reportedly remaining unaligned, observing the emerging rivalry between Édouard Philippe and Gabriel Attal.
As Marine Le Pen awaits a judicial decision, French political figures from Édouard Philippe to Jean-Luc Mélenchon are exploring the theory of her potential candidacy in the 2027 presidential election.
Les Républicains (LR) have demanded a clarification from Jean-François Copé following his public statements supporting Édouard Philippe for the 2027 presidential election, highlighting internal party dissonances.
Sabrina Roubache, a Macronist minister and close ally of the President, has announced her support for Édouard Philippe, signaling political maneuvering within the French political landscape.
Discussions and early polls are emerging regarding the 2027 French presidential election, with figures like Édouard Philippe and Jean-Luc Mélenchon being assessed. Meanwhile, in Nigeria, the PDP has selected Onor as a presidential candidate for their 2027 elections.
Édouard Philippe has expressed support for the Pantheonization of Samuel Paty, while teachers and students shared their thoughts on a film about the murdered teacher, describing it as a difficult but essential viewing experience.
Édouard Philippe has outlined his plan for his initial days in the Élysée, proposing referendums on a budgetary 'golden rule' and legislative elections, alongside using ordinances for swift action.
French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin is reportedly increasing his political leverage, expressing disappointment over Édouard Philippe's primary idea and concern that his social agenda is not being adopted.
During a campaign event in Reims, Édouard Philippe, leader of Horizons, defended "reason" against the "dangerous ideas" of the National Rally (RN) and La France Insoumise (LFI), highlighting their "changes of tack."
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been conditionally released, with his electronic monitoring device removed, in connection with his re-election campaign financing case. This decision means he has escaped a second ankle tag sentence related to the Bygmalion affair.
Marc Guillaume, former Secretary-General of the Government and close to Édouard Philippe, has been named the head of France's highest administrative court, the Conseil d'État.
French nationalist leader Marine Le Pen and former Prime Minister Édouard Philippe engaged in a heated exchange on social media platform X regarding nuclear policy, specifically the closure of the Fessenheim power plant.
Édouard Philippe, president of Horizons, publicly praised Jean-François Copé's critique of populists as "modern charlatanism," acknowledging their shared experience as mayors.
Le Figaro reports on various French political "indiscretions," including speculation about President Macron being advised by AI and a major meeting planned by Édouard Philippe for July.
A new poll indicates that Édouard Philippe would win 52% of the votes against Jordan Bardella's 48% in the second round of the 2027 French presidential election.
Discussions within French political circles, as reported by Le Figaro Magazine, are centered on supporting Édouard Philippe for the 2027 presidential election, following the results of the 2026 municipal elections.
Following municipal election results, Laurent Wauquiez has joined others in calling for a single right-wing candidate to contest the 2027 French presidential election.
Former Prime Minister Édouard Philippe has been re-elected in Le Havre municipal elections with 47.71% of the votes, a victory seen as a launchpad for his national political ambitions towards 2027.
The Socialist Party has expressed outrage over its Strasbourg candidate allying with Édouard Philippe's party, while simultaneously endorsing numerous mergers with La France insoumise, signaling potential strategies for future presidential elections.
France is holding municipal elections on March 15 and 22, with over 48 million voters electing municipal councils and mayors. These polls are widely viewed as a crucial barometer for the upcoming 2027 presidential race, with live coverage of results now available.
Facing a challenging re-election bid in Le Havre, Édouard Philippe is focusing his campaign on local issues to secure his mayoral seat and bolster his presidential ambitions.
A new poll suggests former French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe is projected to lose in the municipal elections in Le Havre, a result that could impact his presidential ambitions.