The far right came close to power in France. What about the rest of Europe?

Whatever the result of France's election, its impact will be seismic, says Europe editor Katya Adler.

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That was the garishly painted, hotly debated scenario in media headlines, the EU in Brussels and seats of government across Europe following the first round of France’s parliamentary vote.

But despite the spectacular showing by Marine Le Pen’s National Rally (RN) party last week, the RN has failed to achieve a majority.

French centrist and leftist parties strategically withdrew candidates to bolster each other’s contenders ahead of Sunday’s decisive second round.

But the impact of this election will be seismic, as the RN is still expected to greatly increase its representation in parliament.

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