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flag U.S. diplomats accused of pressuring France over Le Pen trial, sparking diplomatic tension and France’s pushback.

flag French authorities have accused U.S. diplomats of attempting to interfere in France’s judicial process during the trial of far-right leader Marine Le Pen, alleging they pressured a judge to challenge the conviction over EU fund misuse. flag The U.S. State Department envoys reportedly urged France to relax laws on hate speech and defamation, citing free expression, while the 2025 U.S. National Security Strategy expressed support for nationalist European movements. flag In response, France strengthened its anti-disinformation efforts, launching a new strategy and a public messaging account, and summoned the U.S. ambassador over controversial remarks. flag Experts warn of broader U.S. right-wing influence aimed at reshaping European politics, though some deny the claims.

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