Blast

Blast is a media organization that recently published an interview with Raphaël Arnault, a member of parliament (LFI) and co-founder of Jeune Garde. Arnault's silence following the death of Quentin Deranque, a far-right nationalist militant, had been a subject of public attention. Members of Jeune Garde are under investigation for involuntary manslaughter in connection with Deranque's death on February 14, 2026. Arnault's interview with Blast marks his first public statement since the incident. He addresses accusations of responsibility in Deranque's death and confirms his intention to remain in parliament. He also alleges that the situation is being politically exploited to suppress the left. Blast's publication of this interview makes them relevant as a platform for Arnault to break his silence and address the controversy surrounding Deranque's death.