The far-right party achieved notable gains in the first round across several cities, matching early successes seen by the far left.
As voters prepare for Sunday’s second round, the outcome is anticipated to reveal which political faction has genuine momentum heading into the next phase of the election process.
The results from the second round are expected to provide a clearer picture of where support is consolidating for either side and how the competition between the far right and far left may unfold in the near term.