French President Emmanuel Macron has announced the dissolution of parliament following his party’s defeat in the European elections at the beginning of June. The first round of voting for the new elections is scheduled for Sunday, with a second round to follow a week later.
The mood in France is tense as voters prepare for the upcoming elections. Over two million voters have already obtained proxies to ensure their representation at the polls, indicating a high voter turnout. The Assemblée nationale is elected by majority vote, with candidates with the most votes in each constituency advancing to the second round.
Three major political blocs have formed for the elections, with the conservative Republicans divided over potential coalitions. The Nouveau Front populaire, bringing together left-wing parties, stands against Emmanuel Macron’s Renaissance party and the Rassemblement national on the far right. Polls show the RN leading, with centrists trailing behind.
Macron has expressed his commitment to addressing his people’s concerns following the unexpected move of dissolving parliament after winning in Europe. He aims to reshape France’s political landscape and take decisive action on critical issues affecting French citizens. Le Pen’s growing influence poses a challenge to Macron’s presidency and highlights dissatisfaction among voters who are disillusioned with traditional parties and leaders.