By Marco Hugo Barsotti MHB 
Welcome to the international news bulletin of FranciaOggi and Radio Centrale Milano for Thursday October 15, 2026 on FranciaOggi.com in podcasting and on Medium Waves at 1575 kHz.
Reporting from Paris, this is Rachel Costa.
Violent police raid at Paul‑Eluard high school in Saint‑Denis
The staff of Paul‑Eluard high school in Saint‑Denis reported yesterday a “violent” intervention by law‑enforcement officers inside the institute, claiming that the officers, dressed in plain clothes, used excessive force against a teenager. Several video clips shared on social media show the officers immobilising the young man in the school’s foyer, provoking outrage among teachers and parents who have asked for clarification on the motives of the operation.
The Interior Minister, Sébastien Lecornu, commented on the incident describing it as a transformation of the “school movement” into “an urban violence movement”, and urged the authorities to guarantee compliance with regulations on maintaining public order in school environments. Meanwhile, teachers’ unions have filed a complaint against the State, requesting a review of police intervention procedures toward minors and a thorough investigation of abuse of power.
The United States is assessing the use of the new GBU‑43 bomb against Iran
The U.S. Department of Defense has once again examined the GBU‑43, the most powerful weapon system available to the United States, which was used only once in 2017 against underground targets of the Islamic State group in Afghanistan. Washington is studying the possibility of employing it in a targeted strike against Iranian nuclear facilities, a decision that, if confirmed, would represent a significant escalation in Gulf tensions. The internal analysis highlights the risks of an Iranian military response and the global diplomatic repercussions.
Russia accuses Ukraine of striking a Russian oil pipeline
Moscow has reported to the European Union and the United States that Ukraine attacked a Russian‑owned oil pipeline, violating the recent truce on energy infrastructure. The accusation came shortly after the Ukrainian president announced the reopening of attacks against Russian energy installations, arguing that the pause had been imposed by Putin’s forces. The Russian government has promised a response that, in its view, will demonstrate the vulnerability of Ukraine’s energy network.
Yalu Bridge inaugurated, connecting China and North Korea
The new bridge crossing the Yalu River, linking China to North Korea, has finally been opened to traffic after more than ten years of construction. The structure, almost two kilometres long, is seen as a symbol of limited opening by North Korea towards cross‑border trade, while maintaining strict military controls. Experts believe the bridge could boost the export of North Korean natural resources to the Chinese market, reducing dependence on Russian support.
Memory chip stocks collapse: China and oversupply by 2029
Share prices of memory‑chip manufacturers, including SK Hynix and Samsung, have fallen sharply due to forecasts of a supply surplus starting in 2029, driven by growing Chinese production capacity. Investors fear that the surplus of components for mobile devices and data centres could compress profit margins for an extended period. Market analysts warn that the pressure on demand could push companies to cut investments in new facilities.
OpenAI aims to acquire Trail‑Bits, cybersecurity start‑up
According to internal sources, the artificial intelligence platform OpenAI has initiated preliminary talks to acquire Trail‑Bits, a company specializing in protecting machine‑learning systems against cyber attacks. The deal, if completed, would strengthen OpenAI’s technology defense, especially in light of recent accusations of vulnerabilities in AI products. Industry experts view the move as a strategic step to consolidate leadership in digital security.
Australia wants to give users the option to turn off social media algorithms
The Australian Parliament has passed a draft law that will require social‑media platforms to provide a “algorithm off” button, allowing users to view content in chronological order rather than filtered by automated systems. The initiative stems from concerns about manipulation of public opinion and the impact of personalized recommendations on the most vulnerable segments of the population. If the regulation comes into force within the next year, Australia could become the first country to introduce such explicit protection.
Forges de Tarbes: the explosive case of the French howitzer factory
The French Ministry of Defence has requested judicial intervention to investigate serious safety shortcomings at the Tarbes foundry, the only one in Europe that produces howitzer shells for next‑generation artillery. Recent inspections uncovered accumulations of explosive material that do not meet regulations, raising fears of catastrophic accidents. Authorities have ordered the immediate suspension of some production lines, while unions are demanding guarantees for job protection and a rapid resolution of the problem.
Koan of the day
A monk asked the Master: “If in the Tarbes foundry the explosive material accumulates like snow in winter, is it due to laziness or the desire for power?”
The Master replied: “Snow falls lightly, but its weight is the shadow of who removed it; the explosion only waits for someone to name it.”
The monk persisted: “How can the worker save his own bread when the company fears fire more than hunger?”
The Master smiled and said: “Bread is born from fire, but the true blaze is the one we light inside when we believe safety is just a market price; then the world explodes in laughter.”
But let’s return to the news.
India set to overtake Japan in GDP ranking by 2027
According to the latest forecasts from the International Monetary Fund, the Indian economy is expected to grow at a sustained 7.8% annual rate, allowing the country to surpass Japan in the gross domestic product ranking by 2027. The leap is attributed to robust domestic demand, structural reforms in the services sector, and increasing digital investments. Italian officials have commented that such development poses a challenge for European trade policies, which will have to adapt to a new dominant player on the global stage.
Weather Paris, Monaco Monte Carlo and Milan for Thursday October 15, 2026
Paris – sunny day with light clouds
The morning in Paris is clear, with mostly clear skies and a minimum temperature around 17.
The sun strengthens in the afternoon, pushing the maximum temperature to 24 and causing a slight warming of 7 degrees above the seasonal average.
The wind blows from the southwest at a steady 10 km/h, with gusts that can reach 20 km/h.
No rain is expected, humidity remains moderate and the air is dry.
In the late afternoon the clouds thin, giving way to a serene sunset.
During the night the temperature slowly falls toward 18, with light wind and still clear skies.
(Bulletin prepared by expert Régis Crêpet)
Monaco Monte Carlo – mild and clear
At sunrise the Monegasque capital enjoys open skies and a minimum temperature of 18.
During the morning the sun gradually warms, raising the temperature to 21.
The wind is light, 10 km/h, with occasional gusts up to 20 km/h from the south.
The afternoon remains dry, with maximum temperatures of 23 and a predominantly clear sky with occasional cloud patches.
In the late afternoon temperatures stay around 22, with no chance of precipitation.
In the evening the breeze eases further, the temperature drops to 19 and the sky stays almost cloud‑free.
The night closes with a minimum of 17, light wind and a feeling of absolute calm.
Milan – stable and sunny
The morning in Milan wakes with a minimum temperature of 14, partially clouded by light veils.
The wind comes from the east, weak at 4 km/h, with occasional gusts of 10 km/h.
In the afternoon the sun raises the temperature to 21, while the wind shifts to south‑southwest, still weak.
Humidity remains moderate and no precipitation is expected for the whole day.
In the late afternoon the temperature stays around 20, with clear skies and almost no wind.
In the evening the temperature drops to 17, east wind of 2 km/h and clear sky for a tranquil night.
(Bulletin prepared by expert Daniele Berlusconi of 3BMeteo)
And now for our French-speaking listeners, a brief recap of today’s news in French.
Hier, le personnel du lycée Paul‑Eluard de Saint‑Denis a dénoncé une intervention « violente » de policiers en civil qui ont immobilisé un adolescent dans le hall, suscitant l’indignation des enseignants et des parents ; le ministre de l’Intérieur Sébastien Lecornu a qualifié cet événement de transformation du « mouvement lycéen » en « violence urbaine » et a appelé au respect du cadre légal dans les écoles, tandis que les syndicats enseignants ont porté plainte contre l’État pour demander une révision des procédures d’intervention sur les mineurs. Aux États‑Unis, le Département de la défense réexamine le GBU‑43, la plus puissante bombe américaine utilisée une seule fois en 2017 contre l’État islamique en Afghanistan, pour un éventuel tir ciblé sur les installations nucléaires iraniennes, une décision qui, si confirmée, marquerait une escalade significative dans le Golfe et soulèverait le risque d’une riposte militaire iranienne et de répercussions diplomatiques mondiales. Moscou accuse alors l’Ukraine d’avoir frappé un oléoduc russe, violant la trêve énergétique récemment annoncée, et promet une réponse démontrant la vulnérabilité du réseau ukrainien. En Asie, le pont de près de deux kilomètres franchissant le fleuve Yalu, reliant la Chine à la Corée du Nord, a été inauguré après plus de dix ans de travaux, symbolisant une ouverture limitée du régime nord‑coréen au commerce transfrontalier tout en maintenant des contrôles militaires stricts. Sur le plan économique, les actions de SK Hynix et Samsung ont chuté brusquement face aux prévisions d’un excédent de puces mémoire dès 2029, alimenté par une capacité de production croissante en Chine, ce qui inquiète les investisseurs quant à la compression des marges et à d’éventuelles réductions d’investissements. Par ailleurs, OpenAI a lancé des négociations préliminaires pour racheter Trail‑Bits, start‑up spécialisée dans la protection des systèmes d’apprentissage automatique, afin de renforcer sa sécurité après des accusations de vulnérabilités. L’Australie, quant à elle, a adopté un projet de loi obligeant les réseaux sociaux à proposer un bouton « désactiver l’algorithme », permettant aux usagers de voir leurs flux chronologiquement, une mesure visant à limiter la manipulation de l’opinion publique. En France, le ministère de la Défense a demandé l’intervention de la justice pour enquêter sur d’importantes carences de sécurité à la fonderie de Tarbes, unique en Europe pour la production d’obus de dernière génération, où des accumulations d’explosifs non conformes ont entraîné la suspension de certaines lignes et des revendications syndicales pour la sauvegarde des emplois. Enfin, le FMI prévoit que l’Inde, avec une croissance annuelle de 7,8 %, dépassera le Japon au classement du PIB d’ici 2027, un bond attribué à une demande intérieure robuste, à des réformes du secteur des services et à des investissements numériques, poussant les responsables européens à réviser leurs politiques commerciales face à ce nouveau géant économique.
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