Fabien Roussel, the leader of the French Communist Party, faces controversy over leaked audio recordings.

The recordings, shared on social media, allegedly capture Roussel discussing coalition strategies with government officials, excluding the far-left party La France Insoumise.

This has sparked outrage among left-wing supporters, who accuse Roussel of betraying the New Popular Front alliance.

While Roussel's team initially authenticated the audio to Libération newspaper, party spokesperson Ian Brossat later denied its authenticity on BFMTV.

The incident has ignited a heated debate about unity within the French left, with many questioning Roussel's commitment to the alliance.