As countries within the European Union gear up for elections spanning 27 nations, voters in member states like France and Germany are participating in a four-day election event scheduled to conclude on Sunday, 9 June. The outcomes of these elections are anticipated to shape the makeup of the European Parliament, potentially tilting it towards right-leaning ideologies and boosting the presence of eurosceptic nationalist representatives.

The elections hold significance beyond merely electing representatives, as they will influence how the European Union, comprising a significant population of 450 million citizens, tackles various pressing issues. These include navigating challenges such as increasing tensions with a hostile Russia, rising competition from industrial powerhouses like China and the United States, concerns regarding climate change, and managing immigration.

Throughout the electoral process, voting commenced on different days in various EU countries, with the bulk of votes set to be cast on Sunday. Major nations such as France, Germany, Poland, and Spain have opened their polling stations, with Italy conducting voting over two days. The European Parliament has outlined a schedule for releasing information, with an EU-wide exit poll expected around 20:30 CET and a preliminary result after 23:00 CET, following the culmination of voting in Italy.