Far-right figure Zemmour announces presidential run to 'save' France

Jewish far-right commentator Eric Zemmour confirmed that he would be running for president of France in 2022.

A woman walks past posters in support of French far-right commentator Eric Zemmour, probable candidate for the French presidential election next April, posted on a wall in Paris, France, October 13, 2021.

(photo credit: REUTERS/SARAH MEYSSONNIER)

ByREUTERS

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 13:29

Updated: NOVEMBER 30, 2021 14:54

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