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The Mediapart front page on October 25th features several key stories, prominently highlighting a large demonstration on October 24th where protestors expressed concerns about the erosion of the rule of law, with some clashes reported and a serious injury in Toulouse. Another major focus is a…
Despite numerous bans and intense police presence, hundreds of thousands marched on October 24th, expressing fears about the erosion of the rule of law, with some clashes and a severe injury reported in Toulouse.
The mayor of Trappes urges a collective awakening to combat the rise of far-right ideologies in the country.
Following a racist attack in Trappes, there is a mix of solemn remembrance and anger as the community grapples with the reality of escalating hate.
Political groups on the left are calling for concrete measures against hate speech in the wake of the racist attack in Trappes.
Investigators are focusing on a racist motive as the primary driver behind the attack in Trappes.
Despite being re-elected with a near-unanimous vote, Jordan Bardella, weakened by revelations of antisemitic writings and isolated within the party, remains under the effective leadership of Marine Le Pen.
Mediapart condemns the physical assault and threats against its journalists by the RN's security detail during the party's congress, deeming these actions unacceptable in a democracy.
Thousands marched in Orléans in an anti-fascist demonstration, held near the RN congress, creating a moment of unity and emotion following the Trappes attack.
Jair Bolsonaro's son, Flávio, faces significant legal entanglements and seeks the presidency in Brazil's second-round election, where a victory would offer him potential impunity.
An investigation into an event, likely a security failure, describes a situation where authorities were 'overwhelmed'.
