Author and former diplomat Karim Amellal characterizes the current state of France as a "triple crisis," encompassing economic instability, social unrest due to the cost of living, and a deep political stalemate as the presidential election approaches. Commenting on the riots that occurred during the October 17th protests, Amellal argues that the country is losing its bearings. He warns that this environment is being exploited by the far-right to target immigrants and Muslims as scapegoats for the nation's grievances. Amellal expresses significant concern over the mainstreaming of xenophobic rhetoric, which ignores the fact that these citizens are an integral part of French society and are themselves victims of the ongoing economic challenges. He decries the political decision to fuel national divisions during a time when social cohesion is most critical.