The morning revealed over 200 Red Cross volunteers missing in Mayotte after Cyclone Chido, as authorities implemented a night curfew. PM Bayrou's first parliamentary address dominated midday coverage, where he defended his controversial decision to remain Pau's mayor while promising "equitable treatment" to all political groups.
By afternoon, Macron announced his Thursday visit to Mayotte, while Bayrou promised to visit "once government formation is complete." The death toll reached 22, with authorities warning of mounting health risks. Evening coverage shifted to domestic politics as Marine Le Pen suggested preparing for early presidential elections, claiming "Macron is finished," while Bayrou continued government formation talks with Macron.
The Syrian narrative received minimal coverage, though Russian sources confirmed the death of nuclear forces commander Kirillov in Moscow.