Corsica

Corsica, a French island in the Mediterranean, is currently in the news for several reasons. Firstly, a gangland killing occurred at a funeral in the village of Vero, near Ajaccio. Alain Orsoni, a former Corsican nationalist leader who had been living in exile, was shot dead while attending his mother's funeral. This incident is under investigation by organized crime prosecutors. Secondly, Air France is ceasing operations at Paris-Orly airport, which may impact travel to and from Corsica. Finally, a portrait of Pascal Paoli, an 18th-century Corsican independence leader, has resurfaced after being sold anonymously in 1994. Paoli is significant as a key figure in Corsican history and a symbol of the island's identity. These events highlight Corsica's complex blend of political history, organized crime issues, and its connection to mainland France.