Socialist primary divides: Ségolène Royal declares candidacy despite reluctance

Ségolène Royal announces her candidacy for the 2027 socialist primary.

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Saint-Ouen's mayor, Karim Bouamrane, refuses to support François Hollande.

Analysts consider this vote risky for a party already weakened by internal divisions.

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