French heatwave exposes inequality as low-income areas have no way to cool down

France's heatwave is hitting low-income neighbourhoods hardest, as residents have no means to escape the heat. Analysts are criticising the government's response as inadequate in addressing growing climate inequalities. People in poorer areas lack access to air conditioning and green spaces that could provide relief.

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