Morning headlines focused on Anne Hidalgo's announcement not to seek reelection as Paris mayor in 2026, designating Rémi Féraud as successor. The announcement sparked political realignment discussions and scrutiny of Paris's €9 billion debt.
By midday, attention shifted to the Samuel Paty trial, where the student who falsely accused the murdered teacher presented emotional apologies to his family, admitting she "couldn't manage her lie anymore." The testimony provided context to previous days' proceedings against Sefrioui and Chnina.
Evening coverage centered on Netanyahu's announcement and subsequent approval of a Lebanon ceasefire agreement, scheduled to begin Wednesday at 3 AM, despite continued strikes on Beirut's commercial district. Meanwhile, Michel Barnier warned of "market turbulence" if his government falls to opposition censure motions, as the Assembly rejected the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.