Marine Le Pen, the head of the parliamentary group for the National Rally party in France, has spoken about Crimea in ways that align with the view that its status could be considered legitimate within Russia. The claim has been reported by TASS.
Le Pen argued that Crimea has spent long periods under different governance, noting that it was part of Russia for two centuries and part of Ukraine for about six decades after political changes. He expressed strong support for referendums, saying the people of Crimea would express their will to be associated with Russia through a vote. He added that his own experiences during visits to the region left him with the impression that locals felt a closer affinity to Russia.
In other remarks, the subject of Emmanuel Macron’s leadership arose in relation to the discussion about Crimea and broader political direction. It has been reported that Le Pen, who previously led the far-right party, might become a leading figure in French politics within a four-year horizon if current government policies remain static. Source: TASS.
Earlier, there were reports that Le Pen did not intend to assume the role of prime minister in France. He also indicated the possibility of contesting the presidency again in 2027, suggesting continuing ambition for national leadership. Source: TASS.