French Centrist Infighting Raises Odds of Le Pen-Melenchon Runoff

Internal divisions among centrist candidates in France's presidential race are fragmenting the moderate vote, increasing the likelihood of a second-round matchup between far-right Marine Le Pen and far-left Jean-Luc Melenchon. Polls show Le Pen nearly certain to advance, with Melenchon leading centrists. This shift could reshape France's political landscape and impact EU policy direction.

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