AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWildfires & Heatwave Response: Firefighters in southwest France were cautiously hopeful as a major blaze near Bordeaux stayed within about 42,000 hectares, with light rain and cooler conditions bringing a “rather calm” night; authorities even allowed 84,000 evacuees to return to nine localities, while crews kept full mobilisation to prevent flare-ups. New Fire Starts: Fresh outbreaks hit other regions, including a blaze near Brignoles in Var that led to evacuations, plus smoke threats around Fontainebleau and a fire near Dijon. Europe-Wide Crisis: Across Europe, Spain reported “almost no flames” near Madrid while Greece battled fires on two fronts that killed three firefighters, as ministers warned climate change is now a security emergency. Air Travel Watch: Air France-KLM reported Q2 net profit down 71% to €190m due to higher fuel costs, but said it recaptured 85% of extra fuel expenses and trimmed its 2026 capacity outlook. Housing & Rules: France tightened rules for short-term rentals of a main home, requiring registration nationwide and a unique number for listings. Football: Chelsea completed the signing of France defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace on a deal to 2032. Economy: France’s GDP rebounded 0.2% in Q2, after a 0.1% contraction.
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