Gaëtan de Capèle

Gaëtan de Capèle is a contributor to *Le Figaro*, writing editorials on current events. He is newsworthy due to his recent editorial published on March 30, 2026, titled "Crise pétrolière, un scénario écrit d’avance pour le contribuable" (Oil Crisis, a scenario written in advance for the taxpayer). In this editorial, de Capèle critiques the government's response to the potential oil crisis stemming from an ongoing war, arguing that the government has limited control over the situation but will likely face public anger regardless. He suggests the Minister of Economy is stating the obvious by mentioning an "oil shock." De Capèle's commentary is relevant because it addresses the economic consequences of international conflicts and the potential political fallout for the French government regarding rising fuel prices and cost of living concerns.