France moves to restore order after cost-of-living protests turn violent
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French authorities moved to curb further unrest after nationwide cost-of-living demonstrations on Saturday descended into rioting, arson and looting in several cities.
About 550,000 people participated, according to the Interior Ministry, while the CGT trade union estimated turnout at 800,000. Most demonstrated peacefully over rising fuel prices, low wages and deteriorating public services, including schools. Students, unions and Yellow Vest activists were among those taking part.
Masked groups clashed with police, looted shops and attacked public buildings. Limoges’ 19th-century town hall was largely destroyed by fire, Lyon’s tourist office was set ablaze, and Marseille’s city hall was ransacked. Extensive damage was also reported in Paris and other cities. Police used tear gas, stun grenades and water cannon in efforts to disperse crowds.
Initial reports put arrests at more than 1,800, including 855 in Paris. By Monday, The Hindu reported that the nationwide total had exceeded 2,500. Officials also reported hundreds of injuries among police officers, firefighters and other emergency personnel.
President Emmanuel Macron called for “order” and “peace” in a Sunday address. He said prefects and mayors could take measures to protect buildings and businesses, including banning marches when necessary. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu also authorized local officials to impose partial curfews.
Germany condemned the violence, updated its travel advice and urged citizens in France to avoid demonstrations, warning that further unrest could not be ruled out.
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