The investigation into the coordinated prison attacks dominated morning headlines, with Interior Minister Darmanin and Justice Minister Retailleau ordering immediate security reinforcements at penitentiaries. A mysterious group calling itself "DDPF" claimed responsibility through Telegram messages, prompting the National Anti-Terrorism Prosecutor's involvement. Bruno Retailleau suggested drug traffickers as the most credible suspects.
By midday, media attention shifted to severe weather in Savoie, where exceptional snowfall caused multiple avalanches. A skier at Val Thorens was buried and remained in critical condition, while several ski resorts enforced confinement measures before Easter holidays.
Economic coverage focused on the European Central Bank lowering interest rates despite concerns about Trump's trade war with China. In the evening, France announced it had initiated a "positive process" involving European partners regarding Ukraine peace negotiations, while Trump revealed a forthcoming mineral resources agreement with Kyiv.