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French Ecological Minister Quits Over Pesticide Law Clash. Monique Barbut steps down after France approves an emergency law allowing banned pesticides, highlighting a sharp environmental policy conflict.

France Battles Major Forest Fires and Drought in Heatwave Crisis. Severe blazes rage in Var as drought spreads, forcing water restrictions in Morbihan amid a climate-driven emergency.

Macron Denies Visa Quotas for Algeria Amid Diplomatic Dispute. President Macron clarifies no limits on Algerian visas following controversy stirred by ambassador remarks, aiming to calm political backlash.

France Enacts 'Ripost' Law Limiting Social Media for Under-15s. New security legislation passes despite youth doubts about its impact, introducing social media restrictions that spark widespread skepticism.

France to Slash €1.9B from Professional Training Budget by 2027. The Labor Ministry faces cuts despite evidence of high public returns, as France plans major reductions in vocational training funding.