On July 2, 2026, the French Ministry of the Armed Forces and Veterans announced session of Global Veterans Forum, chaired by Minister Alice Rufo. The meeting aims to support veterans’ associations in addressing social cohesion challenges after June 11. It highlighted associations, partnership culture, solidarity. Two round‑table discussions, led by Marie‑Claire Martel, focused on partnership culture in memory and solidarity, and on future of veterans’ model amid renewal. The event, held at Pierre Messmer Amphitheatre in Balard, opened to press. Agenda began at 9 a.m. with Rufo’s address, followed by introductions by Thierry Burkhard and Frédéric Simonin. First table started at 9:30 a.m. with representatives, scholars and officers; second ran from 10:30 to 11 a.m. with Colonel LaZzer, Captain Florentin, Jenna Massieux and Antoine Rodriguez. Noon session moderated by Frédéric Colomb discussed balancing freedom of association with responsibilities. Rufo concluded session. Journalists may request participation, accreditation must be completed by July 1 via provided link.
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