Tomb of far-right leader vandalised less than three weeks after burial

More than 1,000 attend Jean-Marie Le Pen's memorial service in Paris

Held at Notre-Dame du Val-de-Grâce, the service brought together the far-right leader's family and National Rally officials — all protected by tight security.

Thousands gather to celebrate death of French far-right figure Jean-Marie Le Pen

Jean-Marie Le Pen died on Tuesday at the age of 96. He was a polarising figure, with some on the right praising his contribution to politics while others on the left branding him a fascist.

Jean-Marie Le Pen's legacy of provocation and controversy

French far-right National Front founder Jean-Marie Le Pen dies aged 96

Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of the French far-right Front National party, now known as National Rally (RN), has died at 96.

Macron to meet party leaders across spectrum to form new government

The French leader will meet with parties on the left and right in an attempt to form a new government after his minority government was toppled in a no confidence vote Wednesday evening. Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally will be notably absent.