France: Founder of small centre-left party wins presidential primary

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What happened

In France, a primary organised by the opposition Socialists and their centre-left allies held this Sunday has resulted in a clear winner.

He is Raphaël Glucksmann, a member of the European Parliament and founder of the “Place Publique” party.

Key facts

  • Reported by France 24 and published Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:47:13 UTC.

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