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France's far-right surge, Iran’s runoff and Sweden’s gun crime

Jul 1, 2024
Marine Le Pen discusses France's far-right surge in parliamentary elections. Iran's presidential runoff election features a moderate hopeful against a protege of Ayatollah Ali Khamanei. Youth homes are linked to Sweden's status as Europe's gun crime capital.
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  • France's far-right National Rally leads in parliamentary elections, signaling a desire for change among the French people.
  • Youth homes in Sweden contribute to high gun crime rates, reflecting a struggle between care and discipline for state children.

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French Far-Right's Success in Parliamentary Elections

Supporters of Marine Le Pen's far-right national rally celebrated substantial gains in the first round of parliamentary elections. Le Pen highlighted the strong results as a clear indication of the French people's desire for change. However, anti-far-right protests emerged in Paris post-election, and the final outcome hinges on political alliances formed prior to the runoff vote.

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