Polls open for first round of French presidential vote

Polls open for first round of French presidential vote
Any two of the four leading candidates could reach the second round in a vote that could determine the fate of the EU.

Many of those who told Al Jazeera they would not be voting for any candidate said their decision was based on a general distrust of politicians, a feeling shared even by some of those who have decided on a candidate.

Speaking to Al Jazeera before Sunday's election, Jeanie, a pensioner from Paris. said she would vote for Fillon despite the corruption scandal that has engulfed his campaign.

"When we vote in France, we do so reluctantly," she said next to her husband who pinched his nose as he gestured dropping a ballot into a box.

The polling stations will remain open until 8pm on Sunday, with the Ministry of the Interior announcing results shortly afterwards.

Source: Al Jazeera News


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