Social Media Crackdown: France has approved a landmark ban on social media for children under 15, with new accounts blocked from September 1 and existing accounts barred from January 1, 2027; platforms must use age checks approved by France’s privacy regulator, and the law also extends mobile-phone limits in high schools. Wildfire Emergency: A fast-moving blaze in the Var region has burned about 2,500 hectares, forced around 400 people to flee, and left thousands without power as firefighters battle hot spots. Diplomatic Rift With Iran: France has summoned Iran’s chargé d’affaires over an incident involving French embassy staff in Tehran; Iran says the diplomats were not mistreated, while France insists on “extremely serious” intimidation and expects consequences. Farm Policy Fallout: Environment Minister Monique Barbut resigned after lawmakers backed a farm bill allowing temporary reintroduction of bee-harming pesticides, triggering fierce backlash. AI Investment Watch: Samsung is reportedly in advanced talks to back French AI startup Mistral in a round that could value it at €20bn. Business & Trade: Qatar Financial Centre signed an MoU with CCI France Qatar to boost France–Qatar trade and investment links. Retail Expansion: Kiabi plans its first Argentina store next month, investing $20mn over five years to build up to 20 outlets.