In a surprising turn, the left-wing alliance, New Popular Front, has garnered the largest share of votes in the French elections. Meanwhile, Marine Le Pen’s far-right party, National Rally, secured the third position, largely due to tactical voting. However, no party achieved a majority in parliament, plunging the country into a political deadlock. This outcome signals a period of uncertainty as France grapples with the challenges of forming a stable government amidst diverse political ideologies.

Professor Stephen Chan from the School of Oriental and African Studies in the Faculty of Law and Social Sciences at London University joins us now for more on the French elections.

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