European Election 2024

The 2024 European Parliament election results revealed significant shifts in the political landscape across Europe, particularly with right-wing and far-right parties making notable gains in several countries. The far-right Rassemblement National in France and the Alternative for Germany (AfD) both increased their influence, resulting in political upheaval, including the dissolution of the French Parliament. Centrist parties, despite facing losses, are striving to form a coalition to support a second term for European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The European People’s Party (EPP) emerged as the largest single party, but no bloc secured a clear majority, leading to coalition negotiations among various parties. Key issues during the election included the ongoing Russian war against Ukraine and its economic repercussions, which heightened the focus on securing peace and social security. Ultimately, Ursula von der Leyen was re-elected as President of the European Commission following the election.