news Dw English 2026-07-22

French Environment Minister Resigns Over Pesticide Bill, Stays On

France's Environment Minister has resigned in protest against the reintroduction of pesticides deemed harmful by scientists, but President Macron has refused to accept her resignation. The minister opposes the bill's potential impact on health and pollinators.

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