Ahead of the 2025 Fête de la Musique, French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau has called on prefects to reinforce security measures and maintain extreme vigilance due to a very high level of terrorist threat. In telegrams sent to regional authorities, Retailleau emphasized the mobilization of over 50,000 security personnel to secure the nationwide festivities. The minister highlighted concerns about potential attacks, urban violence, and public safety risks during the celebrations. Later in July, Retailleau condemned the use of mortars and fireworks as weapons against police, gendarmes, and firefighters, describing them as tools for violent offenders. He also linked narcotrafficking to an ongoing war against the state and the Republic, underscoring the challenges faced by law enforcement in maintaining public order.