France is holding Presidential elections in April and May 2012. The current favourite to win the elections is the Socialist Party’s candidate, Francois Hollande.
In brief: French presidential elections 2012 (41 KB , PDF)
France is holding Presidential elections on 22 April 2012 (and 6 May if needed for a run-off). The current President, Nicolas Sarkozy, is eligible to run for a second term but under 2008 changes to the constitution, he can have no more than two terms in office. The current favourite to win the elections is the Socialist Party’s candidate, Francois Hollande.
In brief: French presidential elections 2012 (41 KB , PDF)
This paper provides details and links for ministerial statements, urgent questions and parliamentary debates (from both Houses of Parliament) that cover international affairs and defence.
This paper provides a timeline of the major events in the Ukraine-Russia conflict since the 2022 Russian invasion.
US policy toward Russia and Ukraine appears to be shifting as it seeks a negotiated settlement in the conflict.
