Far-right parties gain ground in EU elections according to projections

Millions of voters across Europe cast their ballots in the EU parliamentary elections, with far-right parties making significant gains. The election's outcome will shape the EU's direction for the next five years, with concerns about the rise of extremist forces and ultraconservatism. Leaders like Marine Le Pen in France and Giorgia Meloni in Italy saw substantial victories, while centrist parties faced setbacks. The far right's success could impact policies on migration, security, and climate change within the EU. The defeat of the Greens and the rise of the far right signal a shift in European politics, with implications for decision-making and legislation within the bloc. The EU's response to issues like migration and asylum may change with a stronger presence of hard-right parties in the European Parliament. The impact of the far right's influence will depend on their unity and collaboration within the EU institutions.