Recent political developments in France include internal tensions within Les Républicains (LR) over meetings between Laurent Wauquiez and controversial figures like Éric Zemmour, Gérald Darmanin, and Édouard Philippe, which have caused discord among party members. Wauquiez’s efforts to organize a right-wing primary, involving figures from Reconquête and other right-leaning parties, have been met with criticism and accusations of lack of collegiality, notably from Michel Barnier. Meanwhile, in international diplomacy, Éric Zemmour has harshly criticized Laurent Nunez, France’s Interior Minister, accusing him of weakness and submission to Algeria, following Nunez’s comments about being appreciated in Algeria and his efforts to restore dialogue with the regime of Abdelmadjid Tebboune. Zemmour’s stance is part of broader France-Algeria tensions linked to France’s support for Moroccan sovereignty in Western Sahara, Algeria’s refusal to repatriate expelled nationals, and diplomatic conflicts. Additionally, French political discourse is heated over polls suggesting rising radicalization among Muslims, prompting reactions from right-wing leaders like Marine Le Pen and Éric Zemmour. Other notable news includes the tragic death of five tourists in Chile, the detention of rapper Zola for alleged violence, the suspension of Pascal’s calculating machine exports, and the ongoing debate over education and social policies in France. The political landscape is further complicated by debates over potential presidential primaries for 2027, with Édouard Philippe opposing a primary of the right and center, and Wauquiez exploring cross-party alliances. These tensions reflect a polarized climate ahead of upcoming electoral cycles.