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In Lyon, 3,200 people march in homage to Quentin Deranque
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Nearly 3,200 people took part in a march in Lyon on Saturday to honor Quentin Deranque, a 23-year-old student who died from injuries sustained in clashes with the far left a week earlier. The demonstration proceeded calmly, but the prefecture announced it would refer the case to justice over Nazi salutes and racist and homophobic insults observed during the procession. Enhanced security measures were implemented to prevent incidents.
Around 200 people gathered Sunday in front of the Consolat de Mar in Palma to reject a meeting by Núcleo Nacional at the Franco-era Sa Feixina monument, which drew about 20 participants.
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Julie Rechagneux, a rising figure in the Rassemblement National (RN) at age 30, is running in Bordeaux's municipal elections in March. Her disciplined and polished profile contrasts with past ties to radical circles within the party. She aims for a spot in the second round, challenging the traditional right's bid to reclaim the city.
In a Le Monde column, Philippe Bernard argues that the French left risks losing working-class voters by ignoring concerns over immigration and delinquency. As the far right advances by exploiting these fears, the left focuses on budget debates and primaries. These issues rank second in French concerns, ahead of the environment this year.
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Jean-François Humbert, former regional president in Franche-Comté and senator for Doubs, died on November 20 in Issoudun, Indre, at age 73. He gained fame in 1998 by rejecting Front National votes in regional elections, earning him the title of 'republican hero' and the Legion of Honor presented by Jacques Chirac.