Thousands at illegal French rave on 'dangerous' military site

French authorities are weighing tougher penalties of up to six months in prison for illegal rave parties after thousands attended an event at a "dangerous" military site. Officials cited safety risks, including possible shell explosions, while organisers denounced what they called the criminalisation of party venues. The report is primarily a domestic regulatory and public-safety issue with limited direct market impact.

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French authorities are weighing tougher penalties of up to six months in prison for illegal rave parties after thousands attended an event at a "dangerous" military site. Officials cited safety risks, including possible shell explosions, while organisers denounced what they called the criminalisation of party venues. The report is primarily a domestic regulatory and public-safety issue with limited direct market impact.