The ongoing conflict in the Middle East dominated headlines, with tensions escalating between Israel and Hezbollah. Emmanuel Macron made a significant statement, reminding Benjamin Netanyahu that Israel was created by a UN decision, prompting a swift response from the Israeli Prime Minister. The Hezbollah threatened to attack "everywhere" in Israel. Domestically, French politics focused on budget discussions for 2025, with the Élysée, National Assembly, and Senate renouncing increases in their allocations. Immigration policy debates continued, with the European Commission proposing new legislation to facilitate migrant returns. In sports news, Kylian Mbappé faced allegations related to a rape investigation in Sweden, with his lawyer stating he had "nothing to reproach himself for."