Hélène de Lauzun

Hélène de Lauzun is the Paris correspondent for The European Conservative. She studied at the École Normale Supérieure de Paris. She taught French literature and civilization at Harvard and received a Ph.D. in History from the Sorbonne. She is the author of Histoire de l’Autriche (Perrin, 2021).
MEPs Chant “Send Them Back” After Passing Historic Return Directive

MEPs Chant “Send Them Back” After Passing Historic Return Directive

For many, it is more than a symbolic victory: it may mark the beginning of a broader paradigm shift on migration.

June 18, 2026
French MPs Move To Counter Government Impotence on Sexual Violence

French MPs Move To Counter Government Impotence on Sexual Violence

The public’s growing anger over the state’s failure to protect children and women from repeat offenders is forcing parliament to act.

June 18, 2026
Defending Identity: Good Enough for the Corsicans, but Not for the French

Defending Identity: Good Enough for the Corsicans, but Not for the French

The government is preparing to protect Corsican traditions and identity. But what about French identity?

June 17, 2026
The ‘Anti-Fascism Certificate’: Italian Book Fair Turns Into Ideological Battle

The ‘Anti-Fascism Certificate’: Italian Book Fair Turns Into Ideological Battle

There is no one more intolerant than an advocate of tolerance.

June 15, 2026
The Cross and the Crescent Fight in Paris Suburbs

The Cross and the Crescent Fight in Paris Suburbs

Local councillor Kevin Nader’s gesture was a symbolic response to a deliberate breach of the principle of secularism that favours the Muslim religion.

June 15, 2026
French State Radio Gives RN a Voice—When People Sleep

French State Radio Gives RN a Voice—When People Sleep

Radio France’s management claims it is a technical error, but its bad faith is hard to hide.

June 12, 2026
One Month Before the Verdict: Rassemblement National at a Crossroads

One Month Before the Verdict: Rassemblement National at a Crossroads

On July 7th, the outcome of Marine Le Pen’s trial will determine not only the RN’s candidate for 2027 but also the party’s political line.

June 11, 2026
Lyhanna Case: Anger Mounts Following New Revelations About Main Suspect’s Circle

Lyhanna Case: Anger Mounts Following New Revelations About Main Suspect’s Circle

Politicians are trying to project a sense of control, but public anger shows no sign of abating.

June 10, 2026
Franco-German Defence Rift Deepens With Collapse of FCAS Programme

Franco-German Defence Rift Deepens With Collapse of FCAS Programme

Franco-German combat aircraft programme collapses after years of disputes, showcasing the difficulty with military cooperation within the EU.

Lyhanna Case: French Justice Minister’s Crisis Strategy To Cover up His Failures

Lyhanna Case: French Justice Minister’s Crisis Strategy To Cover up His Failures

Across France, rallies are being organised outside courthouses in protest at the failings of the judicial system.

French Government Revives Censorship Obsession One Year Before Election

French Government Revives Censorship Obsession One Year Before Election

A new bill proposes disqualification from holding office for thought crime.

Lyhanna Case Sparks Outrage Over State’s Failure To Protect Children

Lyhanna Case Sparks Outrage Over State’s Failure To Protect Children

For the first time, the French Left is prepared to condemn the state’s failure to act on security and judicial matters.