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French PM warns ultra-left seeks deep unrest ahead of election
French Prime Minister says ultra-left movement plans to cause nationwide chaos before presidential vote.
In brief
French Prime Minister says ultra-left movement plans to cause nationwide chaos before presidential vote. French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu accused ultra-left of orchestrating deep unrest ahead of 2027 presidential election. Originally reported by France24.
French PM's warning
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu accused the ultra-left movement of seeking to orchestrate deep unrest across the country.
“ultra-left movement”
Election context
The warning comes as French presidential election approaches next year with recent violent protests.
Protest numbers
Over 400,000 protesters across France and 110,000 in Paris.
“110,000 protesters in Paris”
Arrests
1,314 arrests reported during nationwide protests.
“1.314 arrested during protests across the country”
Le Pen campaign
Far-right leader Marine Le Pen launched presidential campaign in Orleans with up to 38% poll support.
“Le Pen leads polls with up to 38% six months before election”
Protest response
Le Pen claims visible policing keeps protests smooth while clashes erupted at protest ends.
“Far-right leader Le Pen says visible policing keeps protests smooth”
The main idea
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu accused ultra-left of orchestrating deep unrest ahead of 2027 presidential election.
