France ’s municipal elections delivered a mixed verdict for the country’s political landscape on Sunday, offering an early view of the balance ahead of the 2027 presidential race. In the capital, Socialist Emmanuel Grégoire secured victory over conservative Rachida Dati, ensuring Paris remains under left-wing control after outgoing Mayor Anne Hidalgo opted not to run for another term. Grégoire, a 48-year-old former deputy of Hidalgo, received roughly 51 percent of the vote, defeating both Dati