"Far-Right Surge Poised to Shape 2024 European Elections"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
The upcoming European Parliament elections will reflect diverse national sentiments across 27 countries, with significant gains expected for right and far-right parties. Key issues include the rise of young far-right leaders in France, Belgium's potential dissolution, Poland's focus on national security amid Russia's war, and muted campaigns in Slovakia following an assassination attempt. Other notable developments include Austria's far-right surge, Italy's Giorgia Meloni solidifying her position, Germany's Scholz facing criticism over Ukraine, Hungary's Orban challenged by a new party, Spain's conservatives pressuring PM Sánchez, the Netherlands' political polarization, and Denmark's election as a test for its government.