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Aude, a department in France, sees RN gains in local elections, marked by symbolic flag removals and a murder case.

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Aude is a department in southern France. Recent news focuses on political shifts and a criminal event within the region. The Rassemblement National (RN) achieved a significant victory in the 2026 municipal elections, notably in Carcassonne, the préfecture of Aude, where Christophe Barthès became mayor. This victory is newsworthy because it reflects a broader trend of RN gains in France. Barthès immediately removed European flags from the city hall, a symbolic act mirroring similar actions by other newly elected RN mayors across the country. This has sparked controversy and debate, even within the RN itself, highlighting tensions between national identity and European cooperation, especially regarding EU funding. Separately, a couple was found dead in Limoux, Aude, and their son has been charged with their murder, adding a tragic dimension to the region's recent news.
Last updated: April 30, 2026