Phineas Rueckert

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Phineas Rueckert is a journalist based in Paris.

Sarah Knafo, member of the European Parliament and candidate for mayor of Paris, during her meeting at the Dome de Paris on March 9, 2026.

The Far-Right 32-Year-Old Trying to Conquer Paris The Far-Right 32-Year-Old Trying to Conquer Paris

Sarah Knafo is young, media-savvy, and surging in the race to become the next mayor of the French capital.

Mar 11, 2026 / Phineas Rueckert

Far right 'European Brotherhood' protesters hold a banner as they pose at a rally in Saint-Brevin-les Pins, western France on February 25, 2023, held to protest against the establishment of a reception center for migrants.

A Far-Right Fire Is Blazing Across France A Far-Right Fire Is Blazing Across France

Extremist groups are becoming more emboldened—and more violent—all over the country.

Jul 19, 2023 / Phineas Rueckert