Heatwave Politics & Public Health: Paris moved to restrict public alcohol as hospitals hit saturation, while France shut nuclear reactors and kept heat alerts at the highest level amid record temperatures and heat-related deaths. Climate Accountability in Court: A Paris court backed campaigners in the TotalEnergies climate case, ordering the firm to tighten its climate vigilance plan and account for emissions tied to its products, as NGOs hailed a legal turning point. EU Security in Lebanon: France and Italy backed a new EU CSDP mission in Lebanon after UNIFIL, aiming to bolster Lebanese state control and avoid a security vacuum. Russia Sanctions Pressure: Macron said the French navy seized another “shadow fleet” tanker near Sicily, escalating enforcement against vessels linked to Russia’s sanctions-busting trade. AI & Identity Law Lag: Warnings grew after AI voice-cloning cases showed personality-rights rules may not keep pace, with France cited among countries seen as having stronger protections. EU Budget Fight: The far-right National Rally is preparing for a showdown over the EU’s next long-term budget. Overseas Voting Push: Campaigners renewed calls for fairer overseas voting rules in France-linked coverage of UK proposals. Ebola Containment: DR Congo tightened travel rules after France confirmed its first Ebola case, including 21-day quarantine for contacts.