The Dutch left experienced its worst electoral performance ever, losing significant ground to far-right parties and suffering from internal divisions, while the far right and fragmented political landscape continue to pose challenges for progressive forces in the Netherlands.
Dutch voters face a complex election with 27 parties competing for 150 seats, reflecting deep political fragmentation. The large ballot paper and multiple parties make voting and coalition formation challenging, with recent polls indicating a close race among various political factions, including the far-right Party for Freedom led by Geert Wilders.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed concern over the rise of far-right political groups in Western democracies, citing it as the biggest worry. He highlighted the need for centrist parties to be more successful and emphasized the importance of sticking to previous agreements among the largest political families in the European Union. Sánchez secured another term as Spain's prime minister in November.