Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.

France rocked by nationwide clashes, blazes and looting

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France experienced widespread clashes, looting, and fires after protests against rising costs of living escalated into "extreme" violence, leaving streets devastated across major cities.
The unrest led to 1,200 arrests and 150 police officers injured, with masked groups systematically looting numerous shops and vandalizing public buildings, including town halls.
Fueled by deep-seated anger over economic hardships, "poverty wages," and political dissatisfaction, the demonstrations drew hundreds of thousands just six months before presidential elections.
President Macron condemned the violence and vowed prosecution, while opposition politicians reacted, and some protesters invoked the spirit of the French Revolution, signaling a desire for significant change.