France's municipal runoff showed mixed results for political forces: the Left retained Paris with Emmanuel Grégoire, the far-right made gains in Nice, and mainstream parties showed resilience in various cities. The elections highlighted the political landscape ahead of the 2027 presidential race, with the Left celebrating victories in major cities like Marseille and Lyon, while the far-right faced challenges in larger urban areas despite some local successes. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)