French politician and economist, mayor of Paris Centre since 2020
France has increased security after a suspicious vehicle near a Paris synagogue prompted a terrorism probe. Dreyfus commemorations proceed as authorities highlight ongoing antisemitism challenges.
Eiffel Tower staff have walked out after female employees were asked to leave posts and be replaced during a private Saturday visit by a delegation from the Hindu group BAPS. Tower management has apologised, opened an internal inquiry and the monument has reopened; BAPS has apologised and denied anyone was refused access.