Macron Calls for Calm as France Protests Turn Violent
Summary
Emmanuel Macron has urged calm after anti-inflation protests across France turned violent, with rioters torching vehicles and buildings in cities including Paris, Marseille and Lyon. French authorities say about 2,400 people have been arrested and more than 1,000 police officers injured.
Key Points
- Emmanuel Macron called for peace and warned protesters against further escalation after nationwide demonstrations turned violent.
- Around 550,000 people protested against rising fuel prices, the cost of living and declining public services.
- Rioters set fire to vehicles and buildings in cities including Paris, Marseille, Lyon and Limoges, where the historic town hall was destroyed by arson.
- French authorities said about 2,400 people were arrested and more than 1,000 police personnel were injured.
