Chlordecone Health Fallout: A new Public Health France study reports that 81.3% of adults in Guadeloupe and 85.5% in Martinique still have detectable chlordecone in their blood, with about one in six above the health reference threshold—raising ongoing concerns since the pesticide was banned decades ago. Court Ruling on Accountability: The Paris Court of Appeal has upheld the dismissal of a long-running criminal case tied to chlordecone contamination, effectively closing the door on criminal accountability for victims and campaigners. Regional Health Cooperation: France and the OECS have renewed diplomatic ties with the accreditation of Ambassador Marie-Noëlle Duris, with leaders pointing to shared priorities including public health, climate resilience, and maritime security across Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Saint Martin.