Diplomacy Rift: The US is reportedly considering delaying or blocking France’s nominee for ambassador to Washington, Aurélien Lechevallier, after France’s UN mission publicly criticised US human-rights record—raising fears of a deeper Macron–Trump split. Disinformation Crackdown: France ordered pro-Kremlin TV commentator Xenia Fedorova to leave, placing her under house arrest and citing Kremlin-linked disinformation risks to public order. Wildfire Emergency: Southwest France’s mega-blaze—about four times Paris—kept crews on high alert as heat neared 40C; investigators suspect brush-clearing near a high-voltage line, while Spain stabilised and some evacuees returned. EU Fire Solidarity: The EU expanded support with 105 Polish firefighters to Castilla-La Mancha and extended reinforcement missions for Spain and France. Migration Politics: French police admitted they were ordered not to stop migrants attempting Channel crossings, sparking fresh political backlash. Sports Governance: FFF chief Philippe Diallo said Zidane’s France role is about results, not pay, while also criticising FIFA’s plan to sell World Cup stakes. Aviation Deal: Air France-KLM and Lufthansa submitted binding bids for a minority stake in TAP as Portugal moves toward selecting a partner. Culture Loss: DJ Kavinsky, famed for “Nightcall,” died at 50.