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Ytterhögerns success is no guaranteed victory

Ytterhögerns success is no guaranteed victory

The high ground is growing in Europe and the EU parliament. But will the parties be able to come together and form a formidable alternative? That will probably trigger a new discussion about exactly how they will group themselves, says EU expert Sofie Blombäck at Mittuniversitetet

"Von der Leyen: 'We won' – Right-wing surge in EU"

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"Von der Leyen: 'We won' – Right-wing surge in EU"

The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, declares herself the winner in the EU election where both the right and the extreme right are making progress. The question is whether the losers in Germany and France will give her their support

Kristersson: "The Moderates are increasing again"

Kristersson: "The Moderates are increasing again"

There was great jubilation at the Moderate Party's election watch when the election results made it clear that the party will be second largest. The polarising result in Europe and support for Ukraine is no given

Macron's fiasco – new election in France

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Macron's fiasco – new election in France

France is heading for an early parliamentary election after the ruling party suffered a stinging defeat in the EU election. Marine Le Pen's National Rally could become the largest party in the entire European Parliament, according to a polling station investigation

Voting in full swing in 20 countries

Voting in full swing in 20 countries

The main day in the EU election is in full swing, with open polling stations in 20 of the 27 countries. Among the leaders who have voted so far are Germany's Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz

Who wins where? Your guide to Europe's election night

Who wins where? Your guide to Europe's election night

How is it going for the German far right and how much is Macron weakened? Here is TT's guide to the most important things to keep an eye on during Sunday's big election night in Europe.

100-year-old war veteran gets married at D-Day celebration

100-year-old war veteran gets married at D-Day celebration

First honored 100-year-old veteran from World War II Harold Terens at the 80th anniversary of D-Day in northern France. Then he married his new love - 96-year-old fiancée Jeanne Swerlin

Who wins where? Your guide to the European election

Who wins where? Your guide to the European election

How is it going for the German extreme right and how much is Macron weakened? Here is TT's guide to what's most important to keep track of in the EU election.

Young and sharp: Le Pen's crown prince captivates France

Young and sharp: Le Pen's crown prince captivates France

The disappointment after seven years with the same president lifts the French extreme right high in the EU election. And 28-year-old Jordan Bardella has his sights set on the prime minister's post

French fighter jets to Ukraine

French fighter jets to Ukraine

World leaders in Normandy 80 years after D-Day

World leaders in Normandy 80 years after D-Day

It has gone 80 years since allied forces invaded Normandy's shores. The place was visited by both world leaders and veterans on Thursday

EU election attracts few on anxious Pacific islands

EU election attracts few on anxious Pacific islands

Orphans in New Caledonia have just settled. Now the French authorities are working to ensure that the inhabitants of the overseas territory can vote in the EU election, if they wish

Hamas' demand: Israel must withdraw from Gaza

Hamas' demand: Israel must withdraw from Gaza

Neither Israel nor Hamas has come up with a clear and definitive answer on a ceasefire in the Gaza War. Hamas, however, emphasizes that Israel must agree to withdraw from Gaza for the parties to be able to reach an agreement

Coffin mystery at the Eiffel Tower – Russian connection being investigated

Coffin mystery at the Eiffel Tower – Russian connection being investigated

Three men have been arrested for placing five coffins – draped in the French flag and with the inscription "Ukraine's French soldiers" – near the Eiffel Tower. Russia is believed to be behind it, according to French intelligence, reports the BBC

Clear: No Mbappé in Olympic Football

Clear: No Mbappé in Olympic Football