François Hollande, the former president of France, stated on September 2, during an interview with France Inter, that he is not currently a candidate for the 2027 presidential election. He emphasized that he will not make a final decision until the end of the year, keeping the public in suspense about his future political plans. The interview coincided with the release of his book, Unir – Nouveau monde, nouvelle gauche, which he described not as a political program but as a reflection on his experiences and ideas as a former president and author. Hollande also addressed his potential role in the upcoming socialist primary, which will select the left’s candidate for the 2027 election. He clarified that he would not run in the primary, questioning the logic of participating if he is not a candidate. However, he said he would still vote in the process to support a unifying candidate from the left. He expressed confidence that the social democratic left would present only one candidacy and stated that if the primary winner demonstrated the necessary energy and vision, he would not interfere. The former president also denied reports that his close associates had signed a lease for a potential campaign headquarters. He said the lease was signed by friends, not by him, and that it was not a campaign office. Hollande reiterated that he would make his final decision in December, a key month in the lead-up to the election, and then decide whether to run for president. Hollande’s comments reflect his cautious approach to re-entering the political arena. While he remains a prominent figure in French politics, he is carefully managing expectations and ensuring that his actions align with his role as both a former leader and an author. His decision in December will be crucial in determining whether he will seek the presidency again.