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Risks could defy French presidency predictions
Scandals and uncertainties have dominated this year's presidential race
FranceSpain’s ETA could dissolve after disarmament
The separatists declared a ceasefire in 2011 and will give up their remaining weapons by tomorrow
SpainSupport for France's Macron could solidify
The independent centrist was seen as the second-most-convincing candidate in a televised debate
FranceDivisions in French Socialist Party will deepen
Former Prime Minister Valls will support independent Macron rather than the candidate of his own party
FranceWestern support for Mali may hinge on peace progress
Mali will want to show progress on the peace deal ahead of elections in Western partner states
MaliSupport for France’s Macron could solidify
The former economy minister emerged as the most convincing candidate in a snap poll after the first televised debate
FranceWestern Europe might embrace wider security concept
Terrorism and climate change appear to be more pressing concerns for many citizens than military aggression
EuropeEurope’s populist parties may shift climate debate
As in the case of immigration, populist parties could change the discourse on energy and climate policies
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