Ministère de l'Intérieur

The Ministère de l'Intérieur (Ministry of the Interior) is a key branch of the French government responsible for internal security, law enforcement, and civil administration. Recent news highlights its involvement in several critical areas. The Ministry has reported a rise in organized crime recruitment of women and minors and a 5% increase in racist, xenophobic, and anti-religious crimes in 2025. It authorized weekend operation of fuel trucks to prevent shortages. The Ministry faces scrutiny regarding police conduct, including a call for sanctions in the 2020 Cédric Chouviat case and monitoring of individuals before a fatal Lyon brawl. The Ministry is also involved in preventative measures, such as the "Cactus" campaign educating students about online scams. Furthermore, the Ministry addressed an anomaly in municipal election vote counts and is facing criticism for delayed recognition of police heroism after the Bataclan attack. These events underscore the Ministry's central role in addressing crime, maintaining order, and ensuring public safety in France.