At the MuCEM in Marseille, Pierre-Olivier Costa's return to the presidency is deemed "surreal"

Employees of the MuCEM protested in Marseille against the return of Pierre-Olivier Costa as president, following a four-month suspension. They joined a larger demonstration addressing national concerns about wages and living costs. Many staff members expressed dissatisfaction with Costa's reinstatement, citing a positive period without his leadership. The atmosphere at the museum has been described as surreal, with a significant majority of employees opposing his return and feeling ignored by the Ministry of Culture regarding their concerns.