A new interministerial crisis cell will convene Monday afternoon as France continues to grapple with a heatwave. Despite limited public communication led by Sébastien Lecornu—intended to avoid appearing panicked—President Emmanuel Macron has expressed frustration with criticism of his government’s response. Macron maintains his administration has undertaken significant efforts to address the situation. The criticism centers on both the government’s broader environmental record and the speed and effectiveness of its current response to the heatwave. This comes amid ongoing public debate regarding France’s preparedness for extreme weather events and the impact of climate change. The President’s defense highlights a growing tension between acknowledging the challenges and defending policy decisions.