Anticipated Israeli military operation in Gaza slated for September 18th; Olivier Faure receives visit at Matignon in connection with the matter...
In Russia, French cyclist Sofiane Sehili finds himself in detention. Sehili was attempting to set a record for the Eurasia crossing between Portugal and Russia's Far East when he was apprehended on September 2 in Vladivostok. The court in Ussuriisk, in the Primorye region, has extended Sehili's detention until October 4. The state news agency Ria Novosti reported the extension on September 17.
Meanwhile, the conflict in Gaza continues to escalate, with the total death toll surpassing 65,000 since October 2023. Thirteen people were killed outside the Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza's capital, and at least 62 Palestinians were killed in Gaza on Wednesday, September 17. The Israeli army announced it had struck 150 targets in Gaza over the past two days.
In France, political tensions are running high. Olivier Faure, the first secretary of the socialist party, was received at Matignon for two hours on September 17. Faure warned the new Prime Minister that if his time at Matignon consisted of 'doing another François Bayrou, the same causes will produce the same effects.' However, Faure stated that he was left wanting more after the meeting and the socialists know nothing about the intentions of the new Prime Minister.
A petition against the agricultural simplification law, known as the Duplomb law, was presented to the National Assembly's economic affairs committee on September 17. The RN deputy Hélène Laporte is the rapporteur for the petition, while Claudio Zanetti serves as the rapporteur of the opposition against the Duplomb law in the National Council.
Reports suggest that Polytechnique may be too close to private companies. The report highlights the omnipresence of multinationals at Polytechnique in chairs, the house foundation, partnerships, and student life.
In cultural news, the production of 'Yes' by Nadav Lapid was released on September 17 after a tumultuous journey. The controversial Israeli film was met with protests and threats, but finally saw the light of day.
Lastly, the Bayeux Tapestry will remain in its museum on September 18 due to the strike and demonstration. Trade union organizations are calling for a strike and demonstration in Paris, Toulouse, Marseille, Lyon, and Lille on Thursday, September 18. The petition against the Duplomb law has more than two million signatures, indicating a significant level of opposition to the law.
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