European far-right parties, including French and Polish groups, show increasing alignment with pro-Russian narratives.
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The French National Rally is identified as a major player on the European far-right, with its leader Marine Le Pen having previously engaged with Vladimir Putin and secured loans from Kremlin-linked banks. A 2024 study showed that National Rally voters blame NATO three times more often than average citizens for the war in Ukraine, and nearly half believe Putin is defending traditional values against Western decadence. The party is currently a dominant force in French polls, with its leader Jordan Bardella being a frontrunner for future presidential elections.
Polish far-right groups, such as Ruch Narodowy and parts of Konfederacja, are aligned with the National Rally within the European Parliament’s “Patriots for Europe” group. Analysts note that many members of this group hold pro-Russian or Moscow-aligned views on Ukraine, exemplified by Austria’s FPÖ, which has historically shown ties to Russia.
In contrast, Poland’s Konfederacja is part of a different far-right group in the European Parliament, collaborating with Germany’s AfD. The AfD leadership openly defends Putin and criticizes Western aid to Ukraine. Furthermore, Polish politicians from Konfederacja are actively campaigning against Ukrainian interests, criticizing Ukrainians for straining social services and advocating for reduced financial support to Ukraine.
Within Poland, figures like Grzegorz Braun of Korona Polska express pro-Kremlin sentiments, calling for normalization with Russia and questioning the conflict in Ukraine. Other members of his circle also show admiration for Putin and Russian leadership. These groups are increasingly visible, attending events at the Russian embassy and promoting narratives favorable to Moscow.
Political analysts caution that while both Polish and Western far-right groups share some conservative values, their practical interests do not align, and the strong anti-Russian sentiment in Poland makes alignment with pro-Kremlin international circles risky for local voters.
