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Mediapart's front page features several key stories including the dangers faced by journalists in the West Bank, a large wildfire in Gironde, France, and the human cost of heatwaves. Other prominent stories cover the Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, political developments in France concerning a…
Recent restrictions by Israeli authorities on foreign reporters in Palestine risk isolating Palestinian journalists, exposing them further to repression while they report on international law violations in the occupied territories.
A wildfire in the Arcachon basin, reportedly started by cleaning equipment on a forest road, has consumed 2,000 hectares, leading to the evacuation of thousands of people.
New figures on mortality linked to the June heatwave confirm a health crisis, with over 5,000 'excess' deaths recorded, foreshadowing a catastrophic summer.
According to the 'Collectif des morts de la rue', 17 homeless individuals died from hyperthermia or dehydration between June 22 and July 1, highlighting their vulnerability during heatwaves.
As Iran controls the Strait of Hormuz, the Houthi rebels threaten the Bab-el-Mandeb strait. For the twelfth consecutive day, US strikes have targeted Iranian cities, including Bouchehr.
Hours after announcing her resignation, the Minister decided to remain in office. This episode further erodes her credibility and reveals the decay of the current mandate.
Minister Monique Barbut has initiated a rapid reorganization of her administration, risking the weakening of essential cross-departmental policies for ecological transition.
Episode 2 of a series on convicted deputies profiles Louis Andrieux, a figure who was a prosecutor, founder of 'Le Petit Parisien', deputy, and prefect of police in Paris.
