Bastille Day celebrations in France tempered by fear of more wildfires
Summary
France held its largest Bastille Day parade in Paris, attended by President Macron and leaders from several countries, including Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy. The event showed support for Ukraine amid Russia’s war and highlighted Europe’s strategic unity, while many traditional celebrations were canceled due to ongoing wildfires and a heatwave in France.Key Facts
- France’s Bastille Day parade featured nearly 6,700 troops, 98 aircraft, and participants from over 20 countries.
- Ukrainian soldiers marched and co-piloted French jets, symbolizing European support for Ukraine.
- Western allies, including British, German, and other troops, took part in the parade for the first time in decades.
- The parade aimed to show France’s military strength and Europe’s renewed strategic awareness.
- Many local areas canceled Bastille Day fireworks and events because of a severe heatwave and high wildfire risk.
- Two large wildfires near Fontainebleau have burned about 2,050 hectares, forcing around 1,000 residents to evacuate.
- Authorities arrested two people suspected of deliberately starting the fires.
- So far this year, 32,000 hectares have burned across France, exceeding previous fire seasons.
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