The chapter discusses the recent surge in anti-Semitism in France, citing a march in Paris, the increase in anti-Semitic acts, and the link between flare-ups in the Middle East and anti-Semitic incidents. It also explores the political aspect of France's struggle against anti-Semitism, including the controversial participation of Marine Le Pen in the March against anti-Semitism.
In the European country with both the largest Jewish and largest Muslim populations, a rise in antisemitic acts brings particular perils; we examine them. Winemaking was always going to be hit hard by climate change. Our oenophile correspondent looks at how things are already changing—and it is not all bad news (08:52). And why India’s explosives industry is blowing up (16:04).
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