Carcassonne is a French fortified city in Occitania, serving as the department’s prefecture; current status and notable events anchor its profile.
Greece has faced a fresh round of wildfires, with two helicopters colliding during firefighting operations near Psatha, Attica. A Danish pilot and a Greek coordinator have died; one crew member on the second helicopter survived. Authorities say winds and heat have intensified blazes across Attica and nearby regions, with evacuations continuing.
In Caen, France, a car deliberately drove into pedestrians near the train station. One person has died and several were injured, with authorities noting the incident is not treated as terrorism. The driver has been arrested and a police investigation is underway.
The European Commission has prioritized an English-language trade track, a move France says could undermine multilingual norms and national prestige. France, backed by Italy, warns the measure could set a dangerous precedent as it navigates a presidential election and Euroskeptic pressures.