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The battle over France's streetlights
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The battle over France's streetlights

Le Monde (English) · May 4, 2026, 3:00 AM · Also reported by 1 other source

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During the municipal elections, numerous right-wing and far-right candidates campaigned against the reduction in street lighting implemented by outgoing left-wing and environmentalist mayors.

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