The Kremlin is closely monitoring the French election results, with the far-right National Rally (RN) party securing a significant win in the first round. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov expressed clarity on French voters’ preferences. The RN, led by Marine Le Pen, emerged victorious, with Macron’s centrists trailing in third place.
The upcoming second round on July 7 will determine if the RN can secure an absolute majority in the National Assembly, potentially forming a government with Le Pen’s protege Jordan Bardella as prime minister. Russian officials are observing political developments in France, the U.S., and the U.K., noting defeats for established leaders like Macron and Biden.
Despite these results, there is skepticism among Russian officials and analysts regarding a significant shift in Kremlin-West relations. Vice president of the Foreign Affairs Commission Vladimir Dzhabarov cautioned against overestimating the RN’s impact on French politics, while analyst Georgy Bovt noted the party’s support for Ukraine.
Overall, while the French election results may not lead to immediate changes in relations, they highlight evolving political dynamics that will be closely watched by Moscow.