French parliament

France's far-right National Rally has made a strong showing in Senate elections, according to reports. The result marks a notable advance for the party led by Marine Le Pen's movement in the upper house of the French parliament. Commentators are weighing what the gain means for the broader rise of the French far right ahead of future national votes.

Villa Europa, the European Union's diplomatic venue in Rome, welcomed French mathematician and politician Cedric Villani for a visit. Villani, a Fields Medal winner and former member of the French parliament, has been active in European policy debates. Details of the meetings or events held during his stay have not been made public.

France's far right has made gains in indirect Senate elections, expanding its presence in the upper house of parliament. The results add to the party's momentum in French politics and may complicate President Emmanuel Macron's ability to secure majorities in the chamber, where senators are elected by local officials rather than directly by voters.