France braced as far right and leftwing parties plan rallies in wake of Le Pen decision
France braced as far right and leftwing parties plan rallies in wake of Le Pen decision
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France braced as far right and leftwing parties plan rallies in wake of Le Pen decision
Summary
France is preparing for rival rallies after Marine Le Pen was found guilty of embezzling €4m in EU funds and barred from running for president in 2027.
The far-right National Rally called for mass protests against what it labels an attack on democracy, while leftwing and centrist groups plan gatherings supporting the judiciary.
Le Pen, sentenced to four years in prison and a five-year public office ban, is appealing.
Polls show most French citizens support the conviction, though the RN claims political motivation and seeks to rally its base.
