On Saturday, an illegal rave party near Bourges, France, drew up to 40,000 attendees, despite authorities warning of potential dangers from unexploded ordnance left from World War II. The event, known as a 'free party', began on Friday and featured thumping techno music across a vast firing range. While initial estimates suggested around 20,000 attendees, numbers swelled throughout the day, prompting intervention from bomb disposal experts after a shell was discovered nearby. Local officials expressed concerns about the site, which has been used for military purposes for 150 years and may contain old artillery shells. The French parliament is currently considering stricter laws against unauthorized raves, including prison sentences for organizers and fines for attendees. Despite the illegal nature of the gathering, many participants viewed it as a protest against these restrictions, with some locals expressing a positive view of the event. Emergency services reported treating 12 individuals for minor injuries, with one person struck by a vehicle and others injured by sharp shrapnel. The local mayor noted that the atmosphere among attendees was peaceful, with some elderly residents enjoying interactions with the partygoers.