A wave of far-right victories across Europe is reshaping the continent’s political landscape, threatening the cohesion of the European Union and its naga169 slot liberal democratic foundations.
In France, Marine Le Pen’s National Rally has consolidated power ahead of the 2027 elections. In Italy, Giorgia Meloni’s government continues to steer policy toward nationalism and immigration restriction. Meanwhile, Germany’s AfD — once marginalized — now polls at record highs, especially in the former East.
The trend reflects widespread disillusionment with globalization, high energy costs, and the EU’s migration policy. Many citizens perceive Brussels as distant and unresponsive, while populist leaders capitalize on fears of cultural erosion and economic inequality.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has warned that “the survival of the European project” is at stake. Yet her administration faces an uphill battle balancing democratic values with political pragmatism.
The far right’s ascent has already influenced policy. The EU’s asylum reforms tighten border control and expedite deportations, echoing nationalist rhetoric. Economic nationalism is also gaining traction as governments prioritize domestic industries amid global competition.
Despite fears of fragmentation, analysts note that most far-right leaders have softened calls for EU exit, preferring to reshape the bloc from within. “This is not Frexit or Italexit 2.0,” says political scientist Hans Müller. “It’s a quiet revolution — an ideological shift toward sovereignty without secession.”
Whether the EU can withstand this internal pressure may define Europe’s trajectory for the next decade.
