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These news articles report the death of Lionel Jospin, the former Prime Minister of France, at the age of 88. Jospin, a socialist, served as Prime Minister under President Jacques Chirac from 1997 to 2002 during a period of "cohabitation," where the President and Prime Minister were from opposing parties. His political career was significantly impacted by his defeat in the first round of the 2002 presidential election. He was a prominent figure in French politics and a leader of the "plural left." His death is newsworthy due to his significant role in shaping the Fifth Republic and his influence on the Socialist Party. Current relevance lies in the reflection on his political legacy and impact on French political history.