Jean-Marie Le Pen was divisive and difficult - but he changed the shape of French politics

Tuesday, 7 January 2025

Jean-Marie Le Pen was variously loved and loathed - but he changed the shape of modern French politics.

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Video Credit: euronews (in English) - Published on January 7, 2025

Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of the French far-right Front National party, now known as National Rally (RN), has died at 96.

'Even the enemy has the right to respect', says French govt spokesperson on Le Pen's death

When asked about the controversial rallies in France celebrating the death of Jean-Marie Le Pen, French government spokesperson Sophie Primas evokes words she says were used by the far-right figurehead..

Credit: AFP English Duration: 00:38Published on January 8, 2025

Thousands gather to celebrate death of French far-right figure Jean-Marie Le Pen

Jean-Marie Le Pen died on Tuesday at the age of 96. He was a polarising figure, with some on the right praising his contribution to politics while others on the left branding him a fascist.

Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:01Published on January 8, 2025