The French Socialist Party is gearing up for a pivotal congress this spring, aiming to heal divisions from its fractious 2023 meeting.

Olivier Faure, the current leader, is seeking re-election, but faces potential challenges from figures like Nicolas Mayer-Rossignol, the mayor of Rouen, and others.

Mayer-Rossignol has called for a "common house" to unite the left and focus on defeating the far-right.

Meanwhile, Boris Vallaud, a prominent Socialist MP, has urged for a "congress of reconciliation" to rebuild the party’s vision and credibility.

The stakes are high as the party seeks to redefine its role in French politics and prepare for future elections.