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Macron pledges zero tolerance for arson in France

Macron pledged zero tolerance for arson after a spate of fires, with dozens arrested.
WHO: French President Emmanuel Macron
WHAT: Macron pledged zero tolerance for arson following a spate of fires; dozens were arrested.
WHEN: Jul 16, 2026 at 8:38 PM ET
WHERE: France
WHY: The pledge was made after a spate of fires and arrests over deliberate or accidental starting of fires.
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