Marine Le Pen, leader of the French nationalist party National Rally, has expressed strong disapproval of the campaign of Carles Puigdemont for the Catalan elections from the French town of Argelès-sur-Mer. She described it as “humiliating for France” and stated that it positions the country as a haven for criminals, which she finds “shameful.”
In an interview published on Monday in El Periódico de Cataluña, Le Pen emphasized that if her party wins the elections, “this situation will not last long” and assured that she will be relentless with those who attack legitimate institutions, especially from friendly and allied countries.
Le Pen’s Stance on Puigdemont
Le Pen declared, “If we win the elections, this situation will not last long. We will be relentless with all those who attack the legitimate institutions of their country, especially if they are from friendly and allied countries.” Her firm stance reflects her commitment to defending national sovereignty and the integrity of governmental institutions.
Regarding her border policy proposal for the European Union (EU), which includes establishing a double border system between European countries, Le Pen clarified that it would not change anything for Spanish citizens. Instead, she opposes the admission of immigrants in certain countries who then settle throughout Europe. This stance is part of her broader approach to immigration and national security.
Negotiating with Russia
When asked if she would negotiate with Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the war, Le Pen responded that “obviously” there will need to be discussions with Russia to achieve a positive outcome for Ukraine, which she believes cannot win the conflict.
Le Pen also expressed hope that France would “play a role in this reasonable solution” to protect Ukraine from Russian attacks and secure a swift return to lasting peace.
Marine Le Pen’s comments underscore her tough stance on issues of national sovereignty, border security, and international diplomacy. Her commitment to being “relentless” with figures like Puigdemont and her proposals for EU border policies reflect her broader political agenda aimed at strengthening national borders and ensuring the integrity of France’s role on the international stage. As the leader of the National Rally, her perspectives and proposed policies continue to shape the political discourse in France and across Europe.
