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International News Center, June 30, 2024, 1:01 PM - Polls indicate that the far-right National Rally in France is significantly ahead in the first round of parliamentary elections on Sunday, June 30. Predictions suggest that the National Rally has a strong chance of winning a majority in the lower house of parliament for the first time, estimated to garner one-third of the votes in the first round, making it the biggest winner. The party's momentum has plunged France into political uncertainty. President Macron urges voters to unite against the far-right in the second round. The outcome of the upcoming election could have significant implications for financial markets, France's nuclear arsenal, and global military forces. Dissatisfaction with inflation and economic issues has fueled support for the far-right, particularly through online platforms like TikTok. The left-wing New Popular Front poses a challenge to Macron, vowing to overturn unpopular pension reforms. With a complex voting system and parties forming alliances strategically, predicting the next parliament's composition remains difficult.
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