"France's Battle Against Bedbugs Intensifies Ahead of Paris Olympics"
The French government is holding emergency meetings this week to address the increasing number of reported bedbug cases, which are now seen as a potential public health problem. Concerns have escalated as bedbugs have been spotted in various locations, including trains, the Paris metro, and cinemas. Two schools have been closed due to bedbug infestations. The meetings aim to assess the situation, strengthen measures, and protect travelers. President Macron's party plans to introduce a cross-party bill in December to combat the "scourge" of bedbugs. Approximately one-tenth of French households have experienced bedbug problems in recent years, requiring costly pest control operations. The resurgence of bedbugs is attributed to high population densities and increased mass transit.