World Cup Shock: Spain crushed France 2-0 in the semi-final, with Mikel Oyarzabal scoring from the spot and Pedro Porro adding a second, ending Les Bleus’ title hopes and sending La Roja to the final. Coaching Fallout: Didier Deschamps admitted France were “below our usual level” and said Spain were superior in every department, while he also questioned the referee after the loss. Assisted Dying Law: France’s National Assembly gave final approval to a bill creating a legal right to assisted dying for adults with serious, incurable, life-threatening conditions under strict safeguards; the vote was 291-241 and the text now heads for constitutional review. Storm Damage: Violent storms are battering France again, after hail up to tennis-ball size and flash flooding caused widespread damage, with multiple departments on high alert for storms and heat. Tour de France: Søren Waerenskjold won the fastest-ever stage, attacking late to take victory while Tadej Pogačar protected his overall lead. Energy Push: The European Commission approved a €63bn state support program for French offshore wind, backing more than 11 wind farms over 25 years. Diplomacy Reset: Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu began talks in Rabat as France deepens its Morocco reset on security, defence, and investment.