France: Far right leader Marine Le Pen gains popularity amid nationwide riots
As the events unfold, far-right leader Marine Le Pen is gaining popularity.
France 24 reports: As the events unfold, far-right leader Marine Le Pen is gaining popularity.
Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu met with union leaders today in France. His government admitted law enforcement officers had lost control this past weekend during protests which resulted in scenes of violence and looting.
This world story centres on France. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Marine Le Pen, Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu and Yellow Vest.
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- France · Europe
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- Marine Le Pen, Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, Yellow Vest, Rochelle Ferguson Bouyahi
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- World
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- Details and analysis by FRANCE 24 international affairs editor Rochelle Ferguson Bouyahi. (France 24)
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