The wave of prison attacks that began on April 15 intensified with new incidents at Tarascon and Chauconin-Neufmontiers, where vehicles were burned and tags reading "DDPF" appeared. By afternoon, the National Anti-Terrorism Prosecutor took charge of the investigation, and President Macron promised perpetrators "will be found, tried and punished." A suspect linked to the DDPF Telegram channel was arrested in Essonne.
The diplomatic crisis with Algeria reached "unprecedented severity" as both countries completed mutual expulsions of 24 diplomatic agents, with French authorities now scrutinizing Algerian consulates for intelligence activities.
Budget concerns continued as Amélie de Montchalin promised tax cuts following elimination of tax loopholes, while the government faced potential sanctions for budget overruns. Prime Minister Bayrou's assessment of France's fiscal situation as "untenable" was rejected by 75% of French citizens in a BFMTV poll.