One month before the first round of municipal elections in Laval, incumbent divers gauche mayor Florian Bercault faces mainly Samia Soultani-Vigneron, the right and center candidate, and a Lutte ouvrière list. Lists from the insoumis and Rassemblement national are still awaited. Bercault, elected in 2020 at age 30, enjoys broad left-wing support.

February 13, 2026 Reported by AI

Borussia Dortmund defeated FSV Mainz 05 4-0 in the opening match of the 22nd Bundesliga matchday. The goals were scored by Serhou Guirassy twice, Maximilian Beier, and Ramy Bensebaini, all assisted by Julian Ryerson. This result brings Dortmund within three points of league leaders FC Bayern.

An anti-abortion banner has been hung in Strasbourg, prompting strong reactions from MP Annika Strandhäll (S). She views it as an attack on women's rights and links it to the Sweden Democrats' policies in Europe. The party denies any involvement in the initiative.

February 13, 2026 Reported by AI

The CDU Schleswig-Holstein celebrated its 80th anniversary in Rendsburg. State leader Daniel Günther emphasized the importance of democracy and unity. He invoked the 'Schleswig-Holstein-Style' for political cooperation.

In Limoges, the outgoing right-wing is split between mayor Emile Roger Lombertie and metropolitan president Guillaume Guérin, both seeking the 2026 municipal elections candidacy. This internal rivalry offers hope to the left to reclaim the city, a former stronghold. Tensions arose after Lombertie's surprise announcement on January 7.

February 13, 2026 Reported by AI

Bruno Retailleau, leader of Les Républicains, has officially announced his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election during an evening at the party's headquarters in Paris. Committed by duty to the race for the Élysée, he remains serene amid internal competition and the possibility of a primary. Several potential candidates are emerging on the right and in the center.