Nigel Farage has always been keen to emphasise his status as a global figure. Whether it is his friendships with America’s Donald Trump or Australia’s Pauline Hanson, the Reform UK leader likes to see himself as part of a wave of ‘new right’ figures across the globe, championing national sovereignty and borders. One of those he has forged ties with is Jordan Bardella, President of the National Rally in France. Marine Le Pen, the RN party leader, is currently polling as the favourite........

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