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The Star
23-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
French minister Retailleau breaks with Macron as 2027 succession race heats up
PARIS (Reuters) -French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau delivered a stern rebuke of President Emmanuel Macron's political legacy in an interview published on Wednesday, breaking with his boss to stake his claim as his potential successor in the 2027 election. Less than two years before the end of Macron's second term, after which he can't immediately seek reelection, an increasingly crowded group of potential candidates to succeed the French leader is starting to emerge. Retailleau, a veteran conservative, has yet to declare his candidacy for 2027 but his comments to the right-wing Valeurs Actuelles magazine underline how likely presidential contenders are now trying to distance themselves from Macron's bruised political brand and carve out their own electoral niche. They also point to the fissures in France's weak minority government, a coalition of centrists and conservatives, that will likely widen as the presidential succession heats up. "Macronism will end with Emmanuel Macron, quite simply because it's neither a political movement nor an ideology: it essentially relies on one man," he was quoted as saying. A spokesperson for Macron declined to comment. Retailleau beat rivals in a leadership contest for the right-wing Republicans party in May, teeing him up for a potential presidential run. As the face of the government's push on rising drug crime and immigration, he has become one of France's most popular politicians. Retailleau has a 36% approval rating, according to a July Ipsos poll, compared with 24% for Macron. Retailleau's comments sparked a barrage of criticism from lawmakers in Macron's party. "Macronism is an ideology and a political party," Macron's former prime minister Elisabeth Borne, who hails from the left and is now education minister, posted on X. "Acting together requires mutual respect." Macron swept to power in 2017 at the head of his own movement which he said was "neither to the left nor the right". He implemented pro-European, pro-business policies once in power, but was seen as too pro-wealth for the left and not tough enough on crime and immigration for the right. As his popularity has fallen, his domination of the centre has pushed more French people to the political fringes. Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally (RN) party is now the largest single parliamentary party, and she and her right-hand man Jordan Bardella lead many polls for the 2027 election. Retailleau said there would be a return to a clear left-right divide once Macron's term ends. A source close to Retailleau, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the minister's comments were to be expected in a coalition government and that he had no plans to resign. He was set to meet Macron on Thursday for a previously scheduled chat. (Additional reporting by Elizabeth Pineau; writing by Michel RoseEditing by Gabriel Stargardter and Sharon Singleton)
Straits Times
23-07-2025
- Politics
- Straits Times
French minister Retailleau breaks with Macron as 2027 succession race heats up
French President Emmanuel Macron and French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau attend an event at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, November 5, 2024. REUTERS/Stephanie Lecocq/Pool/File Photo PARIS - French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau delivered a stern rebuke of President Emmanuel Macron's political legacy in an interview published on Wednesday, breaking with his boss to stake his claim as his potential successor in the 2027 election. Less than two years before the end of Macron's second term, after which he can't immediately seek reelection, an increasingly crowded group of potential candidates to succeed the French leader is starting to emerge. Retailleau, a veteran conservative, has yet to declare his candidacy for 2027 but his comments to the right-wing Valeurs Actuelles magazine underline how likely presidential contenders are now trying to distance themselves from Macron's bruised political brand and carve out their own electoral niche. They also point to the fissures in France's weak minority government, a coalition of centrists and conservatives, that will likely widen as the presidential succession heats up. "Macronism will end with Emmanuel Macron, quite simply because it's neither a political movement nor an ideology: it essentially relies on one man," he was quoted as saying. A spokesperson for Macron declined to comment. Retailleau beat rivals in a leadership contest for the right-wing Republicans party in May, teeing him up for a potential presidential run. As the face of the government's push on rising drug crime and immigration, he has become one of France's most popular politicians. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Judge asks prosecution for more information on Kpods in first case involving etomidate-laced vapes Singapore Male victim of fatal Toa Payoh fire was known to keep many things, say residents Singapore HDB launches 10,209 BTO and balance flats, as priority scheme for singles kicks in Singapore 5 teens arrested for threatening boy with knife, 2 charged with causing hurt Singapore Singapore's domestic recycling rate drops to all-time low of 11% Singapore Cyclist charged after allegedly hitting elderly pedestrian, killing him Singapore Money, housing and isolation the biggest struggles for youth leaving children's homes: Study Singapore Sota's parents portal taken down for urgent patching following global cyberattack alerts Retailleau has a 36% approval rating, according to a July Ipsos poll, compared with 24% for Macron. Retailleau's comments sparked a barrage of criticism from lawmakers in Macron's party. "Macronism is an ideology and a political party," Macron's former prime minister Elisabeth Borne, who hails from the left and is now education minister, posted on X. "Acting together requires mutual respect." Macron swept to power in 2017 at the head of his own movement which he said was "neither to the left nor the right". He implemented pro-European, pro-business policies once in power, but was seen as too pro-wealth for the left and not tough enough on crime and immigration for the right. As his popularity has fallen, his domination of the centre has pushed more French people to the political fringes. Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally (RN) party is now the largest single parliamentary party, and she and her right-hand man Jordan Bardella lead many polls for the 2027 election. Retailleau said there would be a return to a clear left-right divide once Macron's term ends. A source close to Retailleau, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the minister's comments were to be expected in a coalition government and that he had no plans to resign. He was set to meet Macron on Thursday for a previously scheduled chat. REUTERS
Wales Online
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Wales Online
Man wielding knife near Tour de France finish line arrested after 'making threats'
Man wielding knife near Tour de France finish line arrested after 'making threats' Police have arrested a knife-wielding man, who was said to be "visibly unbalanced", in Rouen as crowds gathered during the Tour de France A man with a knife has been arrested by police in Rouen (Image: Getty ) A man brandishing a knife on the Tour de France route has been detained by police. The incident unfolded near the finish line of the fourth stage from Amiens to Rouen, with French outlet Valeurs Actuelles reporting that a police officer sustained a minor hand injury during the confrontation, which eventually saw the man 'neutralised'. Reports say he was brandishing the weapon before he was apprehended by police officers. The man was also said to be 'visibly unbalanced' at the event, which comes to Wales in 2027. The incident occurred around 3:30pm at the Saint-Hilaire roundabout, close to Boulingrin – which marks the end of Tuesday's stage – a full two hours before the cyclists arrived in the city. It is understood that officers acted swiftly to subdue the individual who was "making threats". Officers' actions allowed the stage to proceed as planned, with the main group catching up to a five-man breakaway en route to Rouen. Rouen, decked out in yellow, was ready to welcome the Tour at around 5pm local time as the peloton tackled the rolling roads between the two cities. Article continues below A reporter who witnessed the incident for 76actu said: "I saw the police rush at him when he fled. The Tour de France kicked off on Saturday "He had the knife in his hand and dropped it when a police officer hit him." Another described the police intervention as a "forceful arrest," reports the Mirror. Dutch star Mathieu van der Poel entered the fourth stage clad in the yellow jersey, maintaining a six-second lead over top contender Tadej Pogacar, while his principal rival Jonas Vingegaard trailed by an additional four seconds. British cyclist Joe Blackmore, representing Israel Premier-Tech, was positioned seventh in the overall standings. Mathieu van der Poel of Netherlands entered the fourth stage in the yellow jersey (Image: 2025 Getty Images ) Sprinter Jasper Philipsen, donning the green jersey, had to abandon the race yesterday due to a severe crash that resulted in hospitalisation, joining Filippo Ganna and Stefan Bissegger who were eliminated in Saturday's opening stage mishaps. Wednesday saw Tim Merlier pip Jonathan Milan on the line during a sprint finish to win Stage 3, with the Belgian eclipsing the Italian by the smallest of margins. "It was difficult to be in position in the battle before the last corner and I must say, my team did an incredible job to the last 5km and then the real battle started," said Merlier, via the BBC. Article continues below "I was able to get some slipstream next to Milan. It's always difficult to beat him but I'm happy I can take today my second win in the Tour de France." The Tour de France swung into action on Saturday, on the roads around Lille, and will finish in three weeks time on the Champs-Elysees in Paris. Along the way the route will take in the sights of the Alps, Pyrenees and the Massif Central.
Daily Mirror
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Tour de France chaos as police arrest knife-wielding man during cycling event
Local reports from France have claimed that police have apprehended a man who was wielding a knife during a route on the Tour de France. The incident occurred during the fourth stage of the iconic cycling event, from Amiens to Rouen. Valeurs Actuelles claim a police offer suffered a minor hand injury during the incident. It's said that officers quickly intervened to neutralise the man, who was 'making threats'. and Mirror Sport will bring you the very latest updates, pictures and video as soon as possible. check back regularly for updates on this developing story. on Google News, Flipboard, Apple News, Twitter, Facebook or visit The Mirror homepage.
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First Post
25-06-2025
- Politics
- First Post
Is France's Marine Le Pen about to give up ambition for president's seat?
Le Pen, who has run for president three times, said she may be unable to run in the country's 2027 presidential election due to a fraud conviction. She has asked her political protege Jordan Bardella to prepare to take her place read more French far-right leader Marine Le Pen and her protege, the President of the French far-right National Rally Jordan Bardella. It's unclear if Bardella can fill Le Pen's shoes. File image/Reuters Marine Le Pen, France's longtime far-right leader, said she may be unable to run in the country's 2027 presidential election due to a fraud conviction, and has asked her political protégé Jordan Bardella to prepare to take her place. In an interview published Wednesday (March 25) in the French weekly Valeurs Actuelles, Le Pen acknowledged for the first time that she may not be a candidate. The National Rally (RN) leader was handed a five-year ban from holding public office in March after a French court convicted her and several associates over a fake jobs scandal involving the European Parliament. The conviction is under appeal, and a final decision is expected by summer 2026. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'I have accepted the possibility that I may be unable to run. Jordan has accepted the possibility that he may have to take up the torch,' Le Pen told the magazine. More from World Switzerland in talks with US after F-35 fighter jet price dispute threatens $7.4 billion deal Le Pen, who has run for president three times, denounced her conviction as a 'political decision' and a 'witch hunt.' President Emmanuel Macron, who defeated her in the 2017 and 2022 runoffs, cannot run again due to term limits. Bardella emerges as successor amid legal uncertainty Jordan Bardella, 29, succeeded Le Pen as head of the National Rally party in 2022 and currently leads its campaign for the European elections. He is widely regarded as her political heir and has gained visibility through his sharp media presence and growing popularity among younger voters. Although Le Pen had previously dismissed talk of Bardella stepping in — joking in April that he would only be a candidate 'if she were hit by a truck' — her latest comments show a significant shift. She said the political consequences of her being barred from running could be profound. 'Many French people, regardless of their political convictions, would then understand that the rules of the game have been manipulated,' she said. Despite reports of tensions between the two, both Le Pen and Bardella have consistently denied any rift. A recent poll showed Bardella gaining personal traction, with 28 percent of respondents saying they would like to vacation with him, compared to 22 percent for Le Pen. Le Pen said she would 'continue to fight' while awaiting the outcome of her appeal, and warned against underestimating the potential public backlash if she is blocked from running. 'Of course, the situation is not ideal. But what else do you suggest? That I commit suicide before I'm murdered?' she said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD So far, former Prime Minister Edouard Philippe is the only major French political figure to formally declare his intention to run in the 2027 race. With inputs from AFP
