Marine Le Pen's Bitter Break-Up with German Far-Right

Rift at Heart of Nationalist Coalition Plans

Party Tensions Flare After Tropical Island Summit

The upcoming European Parliament elections have sparked a rift between Marine Le Pen's National Rally and the German far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), potentially jeopardizing Le Pen's plans for a broad nationalist alliance.

Despite her party's leadership, Le Pen's European ambitions have been largely driven by far-right rising star Jordan Bardella. With the June election approaching, Le Pen has been actively seeking to create a formidable coalition in the European Parliament.

However, recent events have cast doubt on the viability of this plan. A recent summit on a tropical island has brought the underlying tensions between National Rally and AfD to the forefront, threatening to derail their cooperation.

For years, Le Pen has worked to distance herself from the legacy of her father's extremist party, seeking a more mainstream image to enhance her electoral chances. Her break-up with AfD signals a significant shift in her political strategy, potentially jeopardizing her presidential aspirations.