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French government launches crisis unit to tackle heatwave backlash. Under fire for its handling of the ongoing heatwave, the French government is mobilizing an interministerial crisis unit to better manage escalating challenges.

France remains unbeaten, eyes Sweden showdown in 2026 World Cup. With an unbeaten group stage record, France is set to face Sweden in New York as it pushes forward toward the final this July.

Severe storms break France's historic June heatwave, but heat lingers. After a record-breaking heatwave, severe thunderstorms have brought relief and risks, though high temperatures persist in the Mediterranean.

French forests lose over half their carbon sink capacity amid policy concerns. Since 2000, French forests have dramatically declined in carbon absorption, sparking calls for urgent changes due to controversial wood harvesting policies.

France braces for new heatwaves as political pressure mounts. Experts warn of severe early July heat while political leaders face growing demands for accountability amid recurrent climate crisis calls.