France’s Le Pen stays silent on far-right victory in German election

Marine Le Pen, leader of France's Rassemblement National, has chosen to remain tight-lipped about the far-right Alternative for Germany's (AfD) surprising gains in the recent German election. This silence comes as Rassemblement National seeks to distance itself from AfD to bolster its own image ahead of the next French presidential election. The strategic move underscores the delicate balancing act between aligning with like-minded parties and avoiding controversial associations. This shift highlights the nuanced political dynamics at play in Europe’s far-right landscape.