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Macron Urges Moderates to Unite Against Far Right in June 12 Snap Elections

Jun 12, 2024, 09:56 AM

French President Emmanuel Macron has called for moderate politicians from both the left and the right to unite in a governing pact to defeat the far right in upcoming snap elections. Macron's appeal follows his party's significant loss in the European parliamentary vote. He emphasized the need for democratic parties to come together to make 'the right choice' for France and stated that 'time now to take action'. The call to action was made on June 12, 2024.