Cyclone Garance hit Réunion with unprecedented force, causing three deaths and widespread destruction. The island shifted from violet to red alert as winds reached 234 km/h.
The Le Scouarnec trial reached a turning point when the accused admitted abusing his granddaughter during his son's testimony, breaking decades of family silence.
The day culminated in a dramatic confrontation at the White House between Trump and Zelensky. The planned minerals agreement collapsed after Trump demanded immediate peace negotiations with Russia, telling Zelensky to "be grateful." Zelensky left abruptly without signing. European leaders, including Macron, immediately contacted Zelensky to reaffirm support, while the EU declared "you will never be alone." The evening saw Catherine Deneuve open the César ceremony with dedication to Ukraine, as French media covered European attempts to counter Trump's pressure.