France Votes Amid Fears of Far-Right Takeover

Voters in mainland France are casting ballots in the first round of an early legislative election that could potentially lead to a far-right government takeover. The results, expected later this Sunday, may affect European financial markets, Western support for Ukraine, and France's global military stance.

Voters across mainland France have started casting ballots for the first round of an early legislative election. This election carries significant implications, potentially leading to a far-right government takeover—something not seen since the Nazi era.

The two-round election's outcome could ripple through European financial markets, shift Western support for Ukraine, and alter the management of France's nuclear arsenal and global military forces.

Voting kicked off in France's overseas territories, with mainland polling stations opening at 8 a.m. Sunday (0600 GMT). Initial polling projections are expected by 8 p.m. (1800 GMT), with early official results anticipated later Sunday night.

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